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I think i'm getting a dental abscess. what should i do?
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Dentist: This is something you should not put off or ignore. The complications with dental abscesses can be disastrous and seeing a dentist is important. Get better soon.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Go to dentist: Go to the dentist immediately! if you cannot get in right away, go to the emergency room.
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