BASED ON YOUR RESPONSES, YOU DO NOT REPORT SYMPTOMS CONSISTENT WITH A DENTAL ABSCESS, THEREFORE WE ARE UNABLE TO PROCEED WITH SUPPLYING TREATMENT AT THIS TIME. Antibiotics can only be provided where there is clear evidence of bacterial infection following appropriate assessment. Please arrange a dental examination for diagnosis and management, and seek urgent dental care or contact NHS 111 if you develop swelling, fever, spreading redness, or feel unwell.
STOP – YOU MAY HAVE A SERIOUS INFECTION. SEEK URGENT MEDICAL ATTENTION NOW. ATTEND A&E OR CALL 999 IF YOU HAVE BREATHING, SWALLOWING OR EYE INVOLVEMENT SYMPTOMS These symptoms can indicate a spreading or life-threatening infection that requires immediate in-person assessment. We cannot safely provide treatment online in this situation.
