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People often feel like dentists are only able to take care of their teeth, but the fact of the matter is that they’re experts in everything to do with the face in general. For example, if you have facial swelling, you might wonder if a dentist is someone who could help you with your situation.
In many cases, not only should you make it a point to see your dentist, you might want to do so quickly. It could be that you’re dealing with a dental emergency that warrants immediate attention. Here are a few things that could be behind your swelling, and what a dentist can do to help you.
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