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Pus formation in jaw
Six months ago I was suffering from tooth ache and I went to the dentist and he diagnosed by doing root canal for that teeth. by that time pus was formed at the top of the next teeth. Antibiotics (Droxyclav and paincular- Zerodal P) were given and till date the pus formation is not reduced till now and it is very painful. I am worried for what to do next. Please help me out
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Medication wouldn't clear out the infection completely, you need to undergo RCT as mentioned by the dentist..
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Get an X-ray done to ascertain the extent of infection and involvement of tooth/teeth.
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RCT treatment helps in preserving the tooth and present day procedure is totally safe and least discomforting.
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Just painkillers and antibiotics aren't enough. The pus needs to be drained and so the first step of root canal has to be started. Since it's been long more complications may precipitate. Visit a dentist and get immediate treatment
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we need to relieve the path of pus to relieve pain
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