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I had all 9 lower bottom front teeth pulled 13 days ago...the gum on lower left side is red inflamed n hurts...frequently get chills periodicallyl?

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Possible infection: The inflammation and chills may be an indication of an infection. Go back to your dentist to have the area evaluated.

Answered 4/14/2016

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Return: Return to your Treating Dentist or Oral Surgeon to rule out infection, assess healing, and to make sure everything's OK. Take your temperature a t 4 hour intervals and record your findings to show to the Dentist.

Answered 4/14/2016

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