A member asked:

Had a small gum abscess on fri got antibiotics in sun and it popped. still on meds. should i be ok?

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

No: Popped means infection is now draining, that's good. Antibiotics will slow or limit spread of infection, but will not cure it. You need specific hands-on Dental treatment. Stop procrastinating, call your Dentist now.

Dr Davantzis and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/10/2014

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Meaning...: .. did the antibiotics cure your problem? No. Antibiotics treat the symptoms of a dental abscess, they do not treat the actual cause, which is either a rotten tooth or periodontal disease. You needs to see a dentist to resolve your issues.

Answered 10/10/2014

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A member asked:

Had a small gum abscess on fri got antibiotics in sun and it popped. still on meds. should i be ok?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Dr Davantzis and another doctor agreed

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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