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I have infection in my mouth gum swollen lot of pain i need antibiotic and something for pain pleas e?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Call a dentist: Antibiotics and pain meds will not solve your problems. Please see a local dentist.

Answered 8/21/2020

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