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Gum abscess not healing
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My 5 year son had cavity which after filling led to gum abscess.So we did root canal (placing cap is pending). becoz of gum gum abscess not healing even after 1 week of antibiotics.what to do ?
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If the abscess persists despite root canal treatment (RCT), it may indicate a failed RCT. An X-ray is recommended to assess the condition, and re-treatment (re-RCT) may be necessary for the affected tooth.
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Open drainage, re RCT, after opening the RCT treated tooth leave for healing
Incision and drainage?
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Open drainage access opening,
Incision and drainage?
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Visit your dentist again and consult regarding the same. The infection may not have drained out completely. Share x-ray.
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Dr. Dwijendra K S
Pediatric Dentist
26 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hi, please consult your doctor and get a x-ray done in that area
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After x- ray findings take necessary steps
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