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Please tell me, could a dentist remove a tooth when infection is present?

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Depends: Small infections are indicated for tooth extraction but large infections with facial swelling and hardness are best treated with antibiotics and drainage before extraction. Your medical history is also a factor..

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 3/22/2020

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