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Need help. i've got a tooth ache and lots of swelling?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You need: Urgent dental intervention. If you can't get to a dentist (it is thanksgiving) then go to your nearest emergency room. Help from the er will not replace dental evaluation and treatment.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/29/2013

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