Swollen cheeks aren’t always serious, especially if you’re not experiencing pain. That said, it could mean a medical emergency like anaphylaxis, or a serious underlying medical condition like cancer.

The swelling area can help a doctor identify the problem. For example, an infection may cause swelling in only one cheek. Cheek and gum swelling often indicates an infection of the gums or a tooth ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." NOTICING THAT YOUR face looks a little puffy or outright swollen can be a shocking sight. Usually, facial ...

Depending on the cause, you may be able to reduce facial swelling with dietary changes, ice, or other home remedies. Facial swelling is not uncommon and can happen as a result of an injury, allergy, ...

Image courtesy of Getty Images. A patient reports to the ED for evaluation of facial swelling and pain lasting 4 days. A 21-year-old man presents to the emergency department (ED) with left facial ...