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A 32-year-old male asked:
Got upper right wisdom tooth removed because of infection/cavity 5 days ago. been on augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) (3/day)for 7 days. infections is back in location of wisdom tooth. have doc appoint in 2 days.what wrong?
4 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Edwin Grayanswered
General Practice 54 years experience
Need drainage!: You likely have a dry socket that needs drainage by your dentist. Consider going to dentist sooner for quicker relief.
2.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. David Lipkinanswered
Internal Medicine 52 years experience
See below: Pain 5 days after having a wisdom tooth is extracted because of infection may be due to persistence of infection or possibly alveolar osteitis(dry socket). Normally a blood clot forms in the socket that remains when a tooth is extracted. If the blood clot dislodges the underlying bone and nerves are exposed causing pain and inflammation.
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2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Gary Sandleranswered
Dentistry 54 years experience
Post surg infection: It could be an unresolved infection from that tooth, a problem with the adjacent tooth, dry socket, the antibiotics could not be effective, etc. I suggest you see your own dentist sooner! If it's really painful and your own dentist can't see you right away, consider seeing another Oral Surgeon.
2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 36 years experience
Post-op infection: You should see your dentist if you have signs of infection after the procedure. Common signs are: fever, yellow discharge from the socket, and persistent pain and swelling.
2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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