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Gum swelling

2017-10-18 08:13:51
Tooth ache for a night. after that i applied clove oil on the affected tooth, which relieved the pain but my gum swelled for next 3-4 hours and has not compressed yet for last 1 day,
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Applying clove oil not going to help in long term.Swelling in the gums because of pus accumulation.So visit a dentist for proper dignosis and treatment.

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