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Is there an effective way to mitigate abscessed tooth root pain?
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Treatment of: The cause is the only definitive solution to mitigate the pain. Be evaluated by a dentist to determine the cause / problem so that appropriate treatment can be rendered. Hope this helps.
Answered 5/11/2014
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Antibiotic: An antibiotic will help the discomfort in the short term. Remove the tooth after the infection is gone.
Answered 9/16/2013
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