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Braces, swelling, blood and puss after brace tightening. what does this seem like?
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Infection: Probably gum infection, or could be abscessed tooth. Get back to the orthodontic specialist asap b before it gets worse. Orthodontist may have to refer you back to your dentist for rx, or on to a periodontist or an endodontist.
Answered 12/20/2013
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