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How can i help dental abscess while waiting for dentist?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Antibiotics: Antibiotics, prescribed by your dentist, can be used to control a dental infection for a few days.

Answered 5/28/2014

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