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Dull Ache In Gums, In Tooth, Bruised, Bleeding. How Can Infection Be Stopped?
Hi there, last night at work I noticed a dull ache from the front of my mouth. Weirdly it seems to be that my gum only around one tooth (top front) seems to be slightly inflamed. It feels like a bruise when I press down on it and when I cleaned my teeth it bled slightly. This morning the ache is still there, I can ignore it but the bruise like pain still persists if slight pressure is applied. How can I stop this infection from getting worse until my dentist appointment?
Thu, 24 Oct 2013
It appears to be gingivitis which is relatively common. For the pain take brufen tablets 2-3 times daily and for the infection use Flagyl (metronidazole) and Amoxil (amoxicillin) if you are not allergic to penicillins that is. Also use a softer toothbrush and mouthwash
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