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I have a gum abscess and it burst on its own i need antibiotics?
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Answered 6/7/2021
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It is imperative that you contact your dentist. If one is not available, go to the nearest emergency department in a hospital. Wish you good health!
Answered 6/6/2021
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THE ABSCESS CAN RETURN IF THE PROBLEM ISN'T TREATED. YOU MAY HAVE AN ABSCESS FROM A DECAYED TOOTH OR A GUM DISEASE AND NEED TO BE TREATED AND ANTIBIOTICS MOST LIKELY WOULD BE PART OF THE TREATMENT.
Answered 6/6/2021
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