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What to do if i've got dentist appt. tuesday, but my jaw is swelling up pretty good. anything i can do till tuesday?

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Antibiotics: Antibiotics should help. You can get them from the dentist, your md, or the hospital. Better yet get to the dentist sooner.

Dr Malerman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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