Have you woken up in the morning only to notice your face feels achy? Did you look in the mirror and see some swelling near your jaw or along your cheeks? If so, it’s normal to be concerned. Clearly, something has happened to cause it, but you don’t know what. This can be really frustrating, and you likely have plenty of questions. Is it considered a dental emergency? What causes my cheeks to enlarge like this? How is it treated? Read on to find the answers.
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