A man shared his experience of resembling Quagmire from the popular TV show “Family Guy.” Reece Mooney faced a dental emergency when he woke up with severe tooth pain. After seeking advice from the helpline 111, it was discovered that Reece, aged 24, had an abscess due to a cracked and infected filling.
Following a prescription of antibiotics, Reece’s condition worsened as his face swelled. Pictures of his transformation garnered over 3.8 million views on TikTok, where Reece humorously linked his appearance to Quagmire.
Recalling the ordeal, Reece mentioned his face doubling in size overnight, leading to difficulty eating anything besides soup. Despite being advised to wait for the antibiotics to take effect, the swelling persisted, prompting Reece to wear a neck warmer to hide the lump while out.
Upon revisiting the dentist and receiving alternate antibiotics, Reece noticed a reduction in the swelling after the abscess burst, providing relief. Concerned about potential future issues, Reece underwent a recent root canal to address the troublesome tooth.
Currently seeking a dentist in Liverpool, Reece expressed worries about a recurrence if the issue remains unresolved due to limited NHS availability. His situation echoes that of Courtney Bailey, 19, who also faced a dental emergency resulting in a life-threatening situation and a Quagmire-like appearance.
Courtney’s ordeal began with a broken tooth from accidentally biting her tongue piercing while playing with her pet dog. She experienced vomiting and credited her partner for saving her life by insisting on seeking urgent medical attention.