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I had a tooth extracted due to a bad infection. i was put on 300 mg of clindamycin. after 6 days, my face is still swollen but i have no pain. what should i do?
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Tooth swelling: You need to tell your dentist and get checked to see if an abscess has formed where the tooth was.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Call dentist: Call the dentist who extracted the tooth and explain you still have swelling. You might need a different antibiotic.
Answered 3/21/2016
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See DDS ASAP : If tooth extraction plus the use of antibiotics have not diminished your swelling/infection, you must see the dentist/oral surgeon who took out the tooth for the to evaluate and possibly perform other necessary treatment, such as an incise and drainage procedure. 6 days is a long time for you to wait for resolution.
Answered 9/7/2013
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