See a Dentist: A dental abscess will almost never heal by itself. You need to see a dentist for examination and possibly x-rays &/or other tests to establish the exact diagnosis and get recommended treatment options explained to you.
Answered 10/3/2013
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See below: By taking Ibuprofen (advil) or Naproxen (aleve), as needed for relief of pain and inflammation. If you develop fever, nausea, diarrhea, intolerable pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing see your doctor or dentist for drainage.
Answered 6/30/2014
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Definitive treatment: Dental abcessed need definitive treatment such as root canal therapy or an extraction. Pain medicine will prolong and mask the problem. Pain medicine is for short term pain management only.
Answered 3/26/2013
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See your dentist...: There is no way to cure the cause of the infection without an antibiotic and without treatment to remove the cause. Both of these require a dental license. There are no home cures. I wish i could help you more....
Answered 1/3/2014
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