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A member asked:

I have a lump on my gum above the tooth that had been hurting me.... will taking antibiotics like penicillin get rid of the infection?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

No: When it comes to tooth infections, antibiotics only control the infection until the tooth can be physically treated.. they will not solve your problem. Please see a dentist for definitive care.

Dr Rochester and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/26/2015

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