Tooth extraction infected?

Question

ok two weeks ago went to dentist with the worst toothache i have ever had (broken tooth i hadn't had seen to ) my own fault but i had occured a absess(painful) had a 5 day couse of antibiotics toothache disappeared last wednesday i went back to have it removed my gum is still very swollen and sore although bearable. i would have thought it would have been getting better by now. do you think its infected? or is this normal

thanks!!

Answer 1

jasmine d is right salty warm water  to wash your mouth  out yuk i know but salt is good for healing and also may be a mouth wash that will help if it persisrts go back to the dentist as more antibiotics may be needed

Answer 2

Go back to your dentist and have it checked.  

Answer 3

When i had a widsom tooth out a few months back i found that warm salty water helped loads.

Answer 4

Have it checked, you might have a dry socket, in which case the dentist would place an antiseptic dressing.

Answer 5

yes it can be infected....but usually the solution is simple.....wash your mouth out with salty water after every meal (or at least 3 -4 times a day) it will soon settle....if not call your dentist.