Determine the cause: Why is the infection still present? Exposed bone? Broken root tip? Foreign body? Non-responsive antibiotic? The dentist who extracted the tooth should address these issues, and try a different antibiotic if s/he feels this one is not helping.
Answered 3/22/2020
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Return to dentist: If infection persists or increases after 1 week, you should see your dentist/oral surgeon to exclude any pathologic disorder like dry socket.
Answered 3/22/2020
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Oral surgeon: I suspect your tooth was extracted by a general dentist. See an oral surgeon. Oral surgeons routinely take care of complex wisdom tooth problems.
Answered 8/8/2015
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