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Hi docs, would amoxicillin work for a tooth infection?

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Stop gap: Antibiotics work to limit the spread of infection as long as you are taking the medication. They do not "cure" the infection. N as soon as you stop taking the antibiotic, the infection comes roaring right back. In addition to the antibiotic you need definitive dental treatment, so call your dentist now.

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/22/2020

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