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Can oral thrush be caused after having a wisdom tooth pulled?...how long usually does it take 2 clear up mouth thrush? thnk u

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Oral Thrush: If you were on antibiotics, you could develop Oral Thrush which usually requires an anti-fungal medication to treat. Ask your dentist to confirm this suspected diagnosis and prescribe an appropriate medication which usually responds quickly.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 7/31/2014

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