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Tooth abscess

Tooth abscess

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Is a type of:

Tooth disorders

How long it usually lasts:

Medium-term (lasts weeks to months)

How common it is:

Common
Baby
0-2
Toddler
3-5
Very common
Preteen
6-13
Very common
Teenager
14-18
Very common
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

Body locations

Mouth

Symptoms

Bad breath
Toothache
Fever
Tooth pain
Sensitive teeth
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Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Tooth abscess
Antibiotic
Amoxicillin and clavulanate
Clindamycin
Amoxicillin
Salt water rinses

Medical devices

Tooth extractor

Tests

Culture

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