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Can amoxicillin control gum infection until i get to the dentist in 3 days? i'm a bit scared of it spreading and the pain is awful. just started amoxi

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Maybe: It can't hurt, but get to a dentist ASAP

Answered 10/31/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It is possible: Antibiotics take about 4-5 days to work and do not appear to significantly reduce toothache. See a dentist ASAP for definitive treatment. Do not delay.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Probably: Probably. But better advice would be to see DDS ASAP.

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