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Can you address an infected tooth with out a dentist?

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Short term-Yes. : Long term -no. Symptoms may abate temporarily with a home remedy, but the will usually re occur. A definitive diagnosis and treatment is best accomplished with a dentist.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/8/2019

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No: Infections typically require antibiotics, but this is only a temporary fix. The source of the infection, the tooth, needs to be addressed as well.

Dr Khalily and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/3/2012

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