A member asked:

I had two pulpectomies yesterday on #28 and 29. #28 showed a sm. root tip infection. i now have a lump under my jaw below the teeth. is this normal?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Could be: Could be normal. Possible post op infection. see the doc who did the procedure. If you're not on antibiotics, the doc may want to prescribe.a

Answered 3/13/2020

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Parulis fistula: is a sign that there is chronic infection and your body is draining it out. Unlike some other types of infection, a chronic dental abscess will not get better on its own. See your dentist for definitive treatment. Good luck.

Answered 3/22/2020

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