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I have had 2 rounds of 500mg amoxicillian still i see the abcess on my tooth i really dont want it pulled with still infection whatcan they do now?
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Re-evaluation: Let your dentist examine the infection. The abscess might need to be drained to allow for faster healing. Let your dentist decide when the time is right for the extraction.
Answered 3/13/2020
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