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Why is my cat's face swollen and third eyelid showing post-extraction?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Longhair | Female | spayed | 17 years and 2 months old | 8 lbs

My cat had a complete tooth extraction 2 months ago. She has been doing fine until this last week. Now one side of her face has swollen and her 3rd eye is showing. What may be causing this? She has been through a lot already with the extraction.

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David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 3rd, 2019

It sounds likely it is related to the extraction, most likely a tooth abscess or an infection that developed post surgery. you need to take her to your vet in order to get it checked and treated ASAP.
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