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How long after antibiotics have worked on an abscessed tooth should i have it extracted? my dentist can't fit me in for the extraction for six weeks.
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
It depends!: The less inflamed your tooth is, the easier the extraction. There is a balance between immediate extraction and allowing the inflammation to subside. The only risk is that you could develop another abscess. As long as you don't develop another abscess waiting is beneficial.
Answered 11/15/2017
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Not good: Antibiotics don't cure an abscess, merely control the spread of infection. If you have completed your course of antibiotic treatment infection can come roaring back. If your Dentist can't get you in immediately ask for referral to an Oral Surgeon.
Answered 4/22/2017
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Ask for Ref to OS: Ask your dentist to refer you to an Oral Surgeon. Abscessed teeth can't wait for the convenience if your dentist's schedule!
Answered 12/9/2015
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