Question 1

had a wisdom tooth infection. given amoxicillin. lost it for 3 days. found it but infection is gone. getting wisdom tooth pulled tomorrow. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Tell surgeon : You have been given antibiotics to help your body's immune system fight the infection. Your body might have been able to fight the infection without the aid of antibiotic but not always. Let the surgeon know so he can evaluate the need to take the antibiotic before  surgery or after the surgery.

Question 2

i have a small wisdom tooth infection. doctor have amoxicillin, any way to prevent cdiff while taking it? or is hydorgen peroxide and water better?

Accepted Answer

You are OK: You are asking about a clostridium difficile infection as a result of the Amoxicillin and wisdom tooth infection? That is a serious intestinal infection that very rarely happens when the bacteria is present and a broad spectrum antibiotic is used. The most common broad spectrum antibiotic used in dentistry is clindamycin. Just use the peroxide. You are going to be fine.

Question 3

is amoxicillin treated for wisdom tooth infections also?

Accepted Answer

Self treatment: Self treatment may be anywhere from ineffective to dangerous.  Amoxicillin may be effective in controlling oral infections on the correct dose and for the correct period of time, physical dental treatment required for effective infection control.  See your Dentist or an Oral Surgeon for safe and effective care.

Question 4

up right wisdom tooth removed because of cavity/ infection 7days ago. took augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) for 7 days no use. now have infect on lower wisdom tooth which is very close to nerve. seein doc soon. action plan?

Accepted Answer

Oral Surgeon: Your oral surgeon will determine the best course of action. Just because the tooth is close to the nerve does not mean it cannot be extracted. If it is infected, that may be your only option.

Question 5

i have sour teeth ?  what's the reason recently had a wisdom tooth infection ?

Accepted Answer

Dental exam: Did you have your wisdom tooth extracted?  Or is it still present and infectied again.  There are a number of  reasons for this.  It is best to see a dentist to determine the cause and the best treatment.  Then follow thou is needed.

Question 6

i was told i could take azithromycin for a wisdom tooth infection. i have a sealed but expired z-pack ... is it okay to take?

Accepted Answer

Told?: In this era of social media, "told" means so may things. Please get it evaluated to make sure you have a treatable bacterial infection and (if so) your doc will give you a prescription for a fresh antibiotic appropriate to your situation. Not all pain is infection related so my advice is to actually address the problem with your wisdom teeth as even a round of abx really only abates symptoms.

Question 7

how to know it is signs of a wisdom tooth infection or something else?

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: for evaluation, x-rays, diagnosis, treatment and /or referral.

Question 8

hi i have either a tooth infection or a wisdom tooth that needs to be taken out. how do i know which is which?

Accepted Answer

Tooth infection?: This can only be determined by an examination.  See a dentist for an examination and X-rays to determine any infections and to distinguish between any problems.

Question 9

do you think manila honey would  help my wisdom tooth infection?

Accepted Answer

No: If anything it would make it worse.

Question 10

doctor prescribed me azithromycin for wisdom tooth infection?

Accepted Answer

It's good medicine.: Trust your dr!

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Had a wisdom tooth infection. given amoxicillin. lost it for 3 days. found it but infection is gone. getting wisdom tooth pulled tomorrow. what to do?

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I have a small wisdom tooth infection. doctor have amoxicillin, any way to prevent cdiff while taking it? or is hydorgen peroxide and water better?

A member asked:

Is amoxicillin treated for wisdom tooth infections also?

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Up right wisdom tooth removed because of cavity/ infection 7days ago. took augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) for 7 days no use. now have infect on lower wisdom tooth which is very close to nerve. seein doc soon. action plan?

A member asked:

I have sour teeth ? what's the reason recently had a wisdom tooth infection ?

A member asked:

I was told i could take azithromycin for a wisdom tooth infection. i have a sealed but expired z-pack ... is it okay to take?

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How to know it is signs of a wisdom tooth infection or something else?

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Hi i have either a tooth infection or a wisdom tooth that needs to be taken out. how do i know which is which?

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Do you think manila honey would help my wisdom tooth infection?

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Doctor prescribed me azithromycin for wisdom tooth infection?

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