Dental Infections

A dental infection, such as an abscess or infected gum, can cause pain, swelling and discomfort and sometimes needs antibiotics alongside dental treatment. GetMyMeds offers antibiotic treatments for dental infections, reviewed by a clinician to ensure they are appropriate for you.

How It Works

1. Complete an online consultation describing your symptoms and dental history.
2. A clinician reviews your information to decide whether an antibiotic is suitable for your situation.
3. If approved, your treatment is dispatched discreetly to your chosen address.

Who Is It For

Antibiotics may be appropriate where a dental infection is causing spreading swelling, fever or significant discomfort. It is important to understand that antibiotics treat the infection but do not address the underlying dental problem, so you should still see a dentist for definitive treatment such as drainage, a filling or extraction. If you have facial swelling that is spreading, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or you feel very unwell, seek urgent medical care.

FAQ

Can antibiotics cure a dental abscess on their own? Not usually. Antibiotics can control the spread of infection and ease symptoms, but the underlying cause needs to be treated by a dentist for the problem to resolve fully.

Why are two antibiotics sometimes used? Dental infections often involve a mix of bacteria, so a clinician may recommend a combination to cover them, depending on your circumstances and any allergies.

What should I do while waiting to see a dentist? Keep the area clean, use pain relief if suitable for you, and contact a dentist as soon as possible. Seek urgent help if swelling spreads or you struggle to swallow or breathe.