profession. It is known by various different names: dental orthopedics, dentofacial orthopedics, cranio-mandibular orthopedics, and jaw orthopedics.
Sinus infections often follow a cold and cause pain and pressure in your head and face. Sinusitis can be either acute (sudden) or chronic (long-term). With chronic sinusitis, the infection or inflammation does not completely go away for 12 weeks or more.
The response to treatment is very individualized. Depending on the severity of the sinusitis, the accuracy of the diagnosis, the choice/dosage of antibiotic, and thepatient's response to those antibiotics, one could remain symptomatic for a week or more. Since most sinus infections are viral, the will (eventually) go away on their own. The one's that require antibiotics may last a week or more. This answer should not be considered medical advice... This answer should not be considered medical advice and should not take the place of a doctorâs visit. Please see the bottom of the page for more information or visit our Terms and Conditions.