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Facial Swelling

Treatment

Facial Swelling Treatment

Treatment of facial swelling depends upon the underlying cause.

Treatment of facial swelling may include:

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain

Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)
Naproxen (Anaprox, Naprosyn, Aleve)
Ketoprofen (Orudis)

Cold compresses
Warm compresses
Antibiotics for dental infections
Antibiotics for sinusitis
Decongestants for sinusitis

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Last Updated: May 29, 2009 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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