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I have had a toothache since monday. on wednesday, the dentist started me on antibiotics and gave me ibuprofen. it's now friday morning and the swelli?
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Infection: Dental infections can take 10-14 days to resolve. Call your private dentist: NOW!
Answered 10/21/2016
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See DDS: If swelling has progressed despite antibiotics, you may have an abscess that must be drained. See DDS ASAP.
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