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I believe i have an infection after a wisdom tooth removal. i am experiencing pain, puss and drainage, and stiffness in my jaw. tomorrow is memorial day so my doctors office won't be open. should i go to the emergency room? or treat it at home? if so how?
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ER: But most offices have emergency telephone numbers. Try that first.
Answered 3/12/2017
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Not ER: Emergency room is no place for a tooth problems and treatment is often ineffective. If you have severe pain not relieved by prescribed pain medications call your dentist/surgeon or Emergency Dental Service near you.
Answered 11/28/2017
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