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What Is The Cure For The Pus In The Cheeks Due To The Filling Of Tooth?

Hello Dr. ,
My son who is 6 1/2 yrs old had a cavity in the upper jaw and got it filled.His cheeks were for numb for some time.So he chewed his cheeks,now even after using antibiotic, pus formed all over his cheeks and still the cheeks are swollen. Can you please suggest me what to do?

Thank you
Tue, 28 Jan 2014
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Hi,

Thanks for asking the query,

Dont worry apply local antiseptic analgesic cream topically over the affected area.
Take lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash rinses.
Maintain a good oral hygiene.

Take care!
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What Is The Cure For The Pus In The Cheeks Due To The Filling Of Tooth?

Hi, Thanks for asking the query, Dont worry apply local antiseptic analgesic cream topically over the affected area. Take lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash rinses. Maintain a good oral hygiene. Take care!