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Having 2 teeth extracted tomorrow. started antibiotics today. is this ok?
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Your Dentist: If the dentist extracting the teeth prescribed the medication for you, it's fine. Otherwise, please consult with your dentist. Taking antibiotics needlessly is not a good idea... can make organisms resistant to the antibiotic.
Answered 1/8/2015
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