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A member asked:
I have tooth decay and a swelling gum.i'm taking antibiotics but its still paining ?
4 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
? more than 3 d: If you have been on antibiotics for more than three days, it wpould be wise to go back to your dentist
Answered 8/2/2017
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Dental pain relief: While antibiotics will slow the spread of infection, a toothache cannot be cured with pills. Actual physical dental treatment, either root canal or extraction is required. Please see your Dentist.
Answered 12/20/2016
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Dental pain relief: While antibiotics will slow the spread of infection, a toothache cannot be cured with pills. Actual physical dental treatment, either root canal or extraction is required. Please see your Dentist.
Answered 12/20/2016
854 views
Dental Treatment: Antibiotics alone will not treat your dental problems... you'll need to see a dentist for definitive care. The sooner you see a dentist, the sooner you will feel better.
Answered 4/27/2021
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See your Dentist: Antibiotics cannot cure an infected tooth. See your dentist before the pain gets worse.
Answered 8/2/2017
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Is it normal to still have a lil swelling in the gum by the infected tooth( front) I've been on amox 500mg TID for 4 days. the swelling has came down ?
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Hi, I have a tooth that has decayed to the point where the front portion is to the gum but the back potion is still intacted. Can it be extracted.
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