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A member asked:
I've been putting small drops of iodine tincture on tooth abcess until i can see the dentist. it seems to take the swelling down. is this effective?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
No, stop this: Do not place tincture of iodine in your mouth. Elemental iodine is toxic. There is no home cure for dental abscesses and there is no reason to delay seeing a dentist. Set an appointment asap.
Answered 12/10/2013
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No tincture of Iodin: This is not to be used in the mouth. It cannot get to the tooth abscess, which is located at the ends of the roots in bone. What is needed for a tooth abscess is an antibiotic and more importantly, a visit to your endodontist.
Answered 9/15/2013
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No. : Don't waist your time. You need to see dentist as soon as possible.
Answered 12/9/2013
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