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What to do if i have painful swelling in back of gums?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See a dentist ASAP: A tooth abscess or gum abscess won't go away without treatment. A dental abscess is a collection of pus that forms in your teeth or gums as a result of a bacterial infection. Take Tylenol (acetaminophen) or NSAIDs OTC for pain control. Dentist will treat a tooth abscess by draining it and getting rid of the infection. See a dentist ASAP.

Answered 9/28/2016

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