Is clindamycin a good choice for an abcessed tooth?

Yes: Clinda is one of a few very good antibiotic choices to treat infections of the mouth/teeth. Antibiotic choice is based on the bacteria at the particular site and their susceptibility to specific antibiotics.

Yes: Yes, Clindamycin 300mg, every 6 hours for 1 week is a good choice for an infection. It will usually work better than amoxicillin. Some people may get upset stomach with antibiotics which is not considered an allergy.

Yes: This is great antibiotic to treat tooth infections. It can cause an upset stomach however.

No: The best treatment for an abscessed tooth is to get to the root cause of the infection then treat the infection. Using antibiotics is only a temporary fix and can cause a larger infection later. You can also develop resistance to the medication.

One of many but....: An abscessed tooth, if it is determined that it can be saved, is best treated by a combination of definitive treatment to remove the cause of the infection, along with an appropriate antibiotic to help your body fight the infection and prevent its spread. Your treating dentist will determine what is best for you after reviewing your medical\dental history. Clindamycin is one of many prescribed.