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If a tooth is hurting, can i take antibiotics instead of having to do dental work?
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Check with Dentist: For my OB patients that have dental/gingival infections or require antibiotics after a dental procedure, certain antibiotics are safe to take while pregnant. However, if your dentist/dental surgeon feel that the problem you have requires a dental procedure, antibiotics will not take the place of that. Continuing good oral hygiene during pregnancy with regular brushing and flossing is important.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Toothache: It depends on what is causing your toothache. Antibiotics can help if there is an infection like an abscess. If it is caused by a big cavilty or a crack, antibiotics will not help.
Answered 7/5/2012
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