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Please tell me how to cure a tooth abscess?

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See a dentist: The only way you will cure your abscess is by going to a dentist and having them evaluate what the cause is and treating it accordingly. The dentist may decide to put you on antibiotics first and later take care of the cause.

Answered 6/28/2017

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Treat the cause: Abscess can be caused by many conditions. Could be tooth origin - infection in nerve and extend to bone and soft tissue; could be gum origin - gum disease with deep pockets and get infected ; could be trauma induced -fracture or concussion with secondary infection. Go to see a dentist to find the underlying cause and treat the main cause. Meanwhile, antibiotics or surgica draining can help.

Answered 5/6/2017

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Dr. Mark Venincasa answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Dentist needed: A tooth abscess is an infection. Infections like this require an antibiotic. The antibiotic helps to control the infection but may not remove all the infection. Your dentist can best determine the exact cause of the infection so that it can be properly managed. An antibiotic alone may not cure the problem at all.

Answered 12/2/2016

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