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What do i do if my antibiotics aren't working for a tooth infection. are there any alternatives?
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Call your dentist: If the antibiotic that your dentist prescribed is not working, it needs to be changed. In addition, the tooth needs to be treated, since antibiotics do not repair damaged teeth.
Answered 7/19/2022
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Definitive treatment: There are no dental or periodontal infections where an antibiotic is considered definitive treatment. Diagnoses and treatment of the underlying problem by a dentist is advisable. For temporary relief, the dentist may alter the specific antibiotic being used for a better control of the infection until you are available for your dental appointment.
Answered 7/19/2022
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Antibiotics will NOT cure a tooth/gum infection, only limit spread of infection until the infected tissues are removed or you stop taking the pills. Tooth may need root canal/crown or extraction/implant/crown in addition to the proper antibiotics.
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