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I have a tooth abscess and pain has spread to face and nose. what should i do?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Call Dentist ASAP: This needs to be treated at once. Without treatment the infection can continue to spread and cause more problems.

Dr Rubenstein agreed

Answered 5/27/2018

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your dentist: The only way to cure a dental abscess is with dental treatment. The dentist will treat a tooth abscess by draining it and getting rid of the infection. See a dentist ASAP. See your dentist for re-evaluation and dental treatment. Good luck.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 12/31/2017

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