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I have a 3 y/o with an abscessed lower gum and can only get an appointment for monday. is there anything i need to get or do that is accessible otc?
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Warm Compress: It's hard to get a 3 y/o to do anything. Try putting a cotton ball soaked in very warm (not to hot water) against the gum and the lip. If it opens up on its own, just rinse with warm water.
Answered 4/17/2020
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