Oral health information Common questions My face is swollen, what should I do? If you have facial swelling, this could indicate that you have an infection. You will need to see a dentist as you may need some antibiotics to relieve the symptoms of this infection. If you are in the UK and do not have a regular dentist, you can find the details of the nearest emergency dentist by contacting the NHS 111 service. More information: NHS 111 Manage Cookie Preferences