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Gum swelling for wisdim tooth
My gum is mild swelling near 3rd molar lower tooth..there is impacted wisdom tooth and gum is swelling dr. Prescribed me monocef o cv 200 twice a day for 3 days...but after oneday my swelling is reduce ...will I have to continue this med???
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Monocef is an antibiotic.
If the doctor has prescribed it for 3 days twice daily , you ought to complete the course of the medicine even if you have achieved relief in 1 day use of the medication.
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This is just a temporary relief for your symptoms by controlling the infection in that area
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If the symptoms recur its advisable to extract the tooth.
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Hello there ,
The swelling in your gums is a condition known as pericoronitis. While medications can provide temporary relief, they do not address the underlying issue. For a long-term solution, I recommend either extraction of the affected tooth or a minor surgical procedure called operculectomy to remove the overlying gum tissue. A clinical examination will help determine the best course of action for you.
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Dr. Inavolu Shamini
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10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello
This is called pericoronitis
You need to get the tooth extracted if there are recurring symptoms
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Dr. Pia Patel
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14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Continue the medication as prescribed.
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