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Bottom wisdom removed 6 days ago.i got a hard lump on the side of my mouth.been on antibiotics for 4 days, pain is getting worse and into my ear.
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Extraction Swelling: Although some minor swelling can be expected from a wisdom tooth extraction, after six days and antibiotic therapy if the swelling appears to be increasing the wound needs to be re-evaluated. Please contact your surgeon ASAP.
Answered 10/21/2018
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Healing: Your healing progress seems to be off track. Please contact the Oral Surgeon or General Dentist who did your surgery. As he/she knows you best, he/she will have the best solution for your. Additional treatment or change in antibiotic may be in order.
Answered 10/21/2018
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