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I'm having constant draining of yellow puss from upper wisdom tooth extraction site. i'm taking antibiotics does this mean they aren't working?
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Possibly: You may also have an oroantral communication. Please see your dentist for a follow up appt.
Answered 1/21/2015
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Not normal -see DDS: Fortunately, significant complications after upper wisdom tooth extractions are rare, but need to be diagnosed and managed early. See your surgeon for exam and treatment if indicated.
Answered 10/25/2015
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