{"id":17919,"date":"2022-11-02T16:49:49","date_gmt":"2022-11-02T16:49:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/?page_id=17919"},"modified":"2022-11-02T16:49:51","modified_gmt":"2022-11-02T16:49:51","slug":"dental-cellulitis","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-cellulitis\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental cellulitis: causes, symptoms and treatments"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"meta\"><div class=\"meta__users\"><\/div><div class=\"meta__date-modified\">Updated:&nbsp;<span>November 2, 2022<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/cellulite-infectieuse-2-300x225-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/cellulite-infectieuse-2-300x225-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/cellulite-infectieuse-2-300x225-1-254x190.jpg 254w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption>Everything you need to know about dental cellulite<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Cellulite is not only reserved for the thighs, because it is also dental!  <\/strong>This form of cellulite is a serious condition, extremely painful and dangerous if not treated quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article we explain how to recognize <strong>dental cellulite <\/strong>and describes the treatment that will be offered to make it disappear as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_33_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contenus<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-cellulitis\/#What_is_dental_cellulite\" title=\"What is dental cellulite?\">What is dental cellulite?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-cellulitis\/#Who_is_affected_by_dental_cellulite\" title=\"Who is affected by dental cellulite?\">Who is affected by dental cellulite?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-cellulitis\/#What_are_the_symptoms_of_dental_cellulitis\" title=\"What are the symptoms of dental cellulitis?\">What are the symptoms of dental cellulitis?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-cellulitis\/#How_to_avoid_dental_cellulite\" title=\"How to avoid dental cellulite?\">How to avoid dental cellulite?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-cellulitis\/#How_is_dental_cellulitis_treated\" title=\"How is dental cellulitis treated?\">How is dental cellulitis treated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-cellulitis\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-cellulitis\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_dental_cellulite\"><\/span>What is dental cellulite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental cellulitis is also called <strong>cervico-facial cellulitis<\/strong>. When it surrounds a tooth all around, it is called <strong>circumscribed cellulitis<\/strong>. It is often due to an untreated or poorly treated infection that degenerates. It then extends more widely into the <strong>mouth <\/strong>and affects the fat of the face, especially the cheeks, as well as the throat and eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If left untreated and spread, dental cellulitis becomes extremely <strong>dangerous <\/strong>and can even be fatal, as the <strong>swelling of the flesh<\/strong> causes suffocation by choking the airway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before reaching this extreme, <strong>dental cellulite <\/strong>settles in the deep tissues of the oral cavity, including the gums, then the face and neck. It affects all tissues, muscles and fats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_affected_by_dental_cellulite\"><\/span>Who is affected by dental cellulite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone is affected by <strong>dental cellulite<\/strong>, including children. Being often the consequence of a badly treated <a href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/?page_id=17892\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/carie-dentaire\/\">cavity <\/a>, it naturally affects all ages. It can also be caused by an illness, such as a phlegmon in the tonsils or angina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_symptoms_of_dental_cellulitis\"><\/span>What are the symptoms of dental cellulitis?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental cellulitis evolves in two stages: first it is visible because of <strong>the swelling of the flesh,<\/strong> then it becomes painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>The serous phase<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img width=\"300\" height=\"121\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cellulitedentaire_featured-300x121-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cellulitedentaire_featured-300x121-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Cellulitedentaire_featured-300x121-1-254x102.jpg 254w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption>It is important to treat dental cellulite as soon as possible before the consequences are more harmful<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong> Dental cellulitis<\/strong> begins with the serous phase. It manifests itself by the swelling of the cheek and\/or the neck which become hot, but without being too painful. However, you may have difficulty swallowing. It then worsens with a fever, while the swelling spreads to the area under your <strong>tongue<\/strong>, as well as the <strong>roof of your mouth<\/strong>. If your dental cellulitis is located in the upper part of the dental arch, your eye may also appear puffy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Suppuration phase<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The suppuration phase generates <strong>pus <\/strong>and <strong>gases <\/strong>that cause these blisters. If you press it, you will hear small squeaks, similar to footsteps in the snow. The part you are squeezing crushes under your fingers and causes the adjacent area to swell, due to the displacement of gases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental cellulitis quickly becomes <strong>painful<\/strong>, even unbearable. The pain is throbbing and redoubles during the night, because of the lying down position which blocks even more the blood circulation. The swollen areas become more and more painful and red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice these symptoms, you should urgently visit your <strong>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/emergency-dentist-uk\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/urgence-dentaire-que-faire\/\">dentist<\/a>\n<\/strong>. If he is not available, because his emergency slot is already taken, he must transfer you to an available colleague.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>To find a dentist as quickly as possible, call this information line<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Fistulization phase<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wait any longer, you will reach the <strong>fistulization phase<\/strong>. Your face becomes deformed, until the skin no longer has enough elasticity. It then cracks to let the pus drain out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_avoid_dental_cellulite\"><\/span>How to avoid dental cellulite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oral hygiene<\/strong> and at least an annual check-up are the two most important conditions to avoid any risk of dental cellulitis. Brushing your teeth is essential after each meal. If you have very crowded teeth, <strong>floss<\/strong> regularly to remove food debris that gets stuck between your teeth and promotes cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>annual check-up<\/strong> allows the detection of infections when they are still benign and treatable with very light treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are being treated for a <strong>cavity <\/strong>or other infection and you continue to experience pain, even though the healing should be complete, you should inform your dentist immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both of these tips are especially important if you are in the <strong>population most at risk<\/strong> for this type of infection, namely, smokers, diabetics and people with immune suppression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_dental_cellulitis_treated\"><\/span>How is dental cellulitis treated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If cellulitis is diagnosed by your <strong>dentist<\/strong>, he or she will prescribe a strong medication to stop the infection. It will consist of oral antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, and painkillers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the infection is very advanced, <strong>antibiotics <\/strong>by intravenous injection may be used to treat the emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the same time, the dentist implements the necessary means to treat <strong>the infection<\/strong>, depending on its extent. It can drain the <strong>swollen area<\/strong> to remove pus and gas. For the tooth itself, depending on the damage, he removes all or part of it and replaces it with amalgam, a crown or an implant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dental cellulitis is not an infection to be taken lightly.  <\/strong>This oral pathology occurs when a first infection has been badly treated. When the first symptoms are discovered, it is important to make an appointment with the dentist as soon as possible. The latter usually recommends treatment with medication to reduce inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3>What are the signs of dental cellulite?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the most important symptoms are: inflammation, redness, swelling of the cheeks, fever and headaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>How to perform a dental cellulite drainage?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drainage is essential when dental cellulitis reaches its suppuration phase. Drainage can be performed endobuccally or exobuccally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>What are the symptoms of infectious cellulitis?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Localized redness, swelling, heat and pain are the 4 signs that symbolize the appearance of infectious cellulitis.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-data before-content\"><div class=\"article-data__date\"><div class=\"article-data__date-modified\"><time class=\"published\" datetime=\"2022-11-02T16:49:49+00:00\">This article was originally published on&nbsp;<span class=\"2\">November 2, 2022<\/span>&nbsp;and was most recently updated on&nbsp;<span>November 2, 2022<\/span><\/time><br><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"user-info\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Updated:&nbsp;November 2, 2022 Cellulite is not only reserved for the thighs, because it is also dental! This form of cellulite is a serious condition, extremely painful and dangerous if not treated quickly. 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