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Doxycycline can be used to treat dental infections especially if it involves bone structure. Metronidazole , and Co-amoxiclav are the first line treatments though. Doxycycline can be added for the eradication of all bacteria hidden in various crevices in the teeth and gums.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 14y agoDoxycycline is commonly used for a gingiva or gum infection. A low dose, usually 100 mg is used for a gingivitis situation. But if the infection is an abscessed tooth, Doxycyline is not usually the drug of choice. Usually a broad spectrum and stronger antibiotic is used for those situations.
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∙ 13y agoyes. I went to this dental website and found out that doxycycline is Tetracycline and a lot of dentist prescribe this medication for either pretreatment operations as well as post-treatment procedures.
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∙ 13y agoFor bacterial infections which are susceptible to doxycycline...yes.
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Will tetracycline help tooth infection?
no
Is your tooth extraction infected?
A tooth extraction can get an infection. A dentist or doctor will have to prescribe antibiotics to help clear the infection.
Is doxycycline effective for a staph infection?
yes.
Can doxycycline be used to help infection for a rattlesnake bite to a dog?
It can - but you should never use it without supervision from your veterinary practice.
Can it treat a tooth infection?
yes you can treat a tooth infection with medication
Why would a doctor give you doxycycline?
to treat a bacterial infection.
Does doxycycline have acetaminphen in it?
no its a semi synthetic tetracycline antibiotic for infection
Is doxycycline used for sinus infection?
Yes. Very effective.
Ive just had a miscarriage and have been put on doxycycline in cause of on infection can you still full pregnant?
Is doxycycline given to you when you have a miscarriage
What are symptoms of tooth infection?
There are quite a few symptoms of tooth infection such as fever. Other symptoms of tooth infection include smelly drainage and pain.
Will vodka help a tooth infection?
vodka may help in that you may not notice the pain of a tooth infection as much, but it will not cure the infection. You will need an antibiotic to assist with that. Please see your dentist. Tooth infections may become severe and affect other parts of your body, such as your jaw or your heart.
What is a tooth abyss?
A tooth abscess is an infection. This might be under your tooth or around your tooth. Either way, it's an infection that can be very painful.
