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Swelling on face due to toothache
Had a toothache for 2 days and now the toothache is gone but I'm left with a swollen face will the doctor be able to prescribe me with antibiotics while I wait for dentist?
Also if I get a dentist appointment will they treat it straight away such as root canal/extraction or will they give me antibiotics for the swelling first?
You will mostly require antibiotics immediately, but you should show it to a dentist to get them prescribed. Which antibiotic to take can only be decided after seeing you. If you have a regular doctor whom you visit then maybe he/she can give you some medicines on the phone.
In certain cases treatment needs to be started immediately...
Do warm salt water gargles and book an appointment asap. Don't delay .
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