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I have abscess on my upper front tooth. im on antibiotics now for 24hrs already. my face is swollen and my abscess turned black. what is that mean?
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Re-evaluation: If the current antibiotics don't seem to be working, then your condition needs to be re-evaluated by your treating dentist. More info is needed to determine why your abscess has changed color. Discuss with your dentist or endodontist.
Answered 10/9/2014
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