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Suggest Treatment For Abscess On Gums

I have a tooth that has created an absess on my gums due to a probable infection or tooth decay. What is the best solution for this problem. Would it be better to remove the tooth? I haven't been to the dentist in years due to an episode when I was three years old.
I'm scared to go see a dentist.
Tue, 26 Aug 2014
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Dentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,  's  Response
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The abscess can be because of a tooth or gum infection.
If it is a tooth infection, the best way of treating it would be by root canal treatment if and only if the tooth has sufficient structure in it and has sufficient bone support.
If it is secondary to gum infection, then take a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin 500mg and metronidazole 400mg tid for 5 days (if you are not allergic). And get your teeth cleaned once with drainage of the pus.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.

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Suggest Treatment For Abscess On Gums

Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The abscess can be because of a tooth or gum infection. If it is a tooth infection, the best way of treating it would be by root canal treatment if and only if the tooth has sufficient structure in it and has sufficient bone support. If it is secondary to gum infection, then take a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin 500mg and metronidazole 400mg tid for 5 days (if you are not allergic). And get your teeth cleaned once with drainage of the pus. I hope my answer will help you, take care.