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My tooth has been aching and my g around a certain tooth is swollen, could this be a tooth abscess or gingivitis? i take an immune suppressant
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Dental check: You may have an abscess or other infection. Please let your parents know asap - you need this evaluated by a dentist.
Answered 5/2/2015
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