My gum infection occurred after a crown was put on to complete a tooth implant procedure. My infection was on the outside of my upper right gum. I'm no doctor, but if you have a gum infection I suggest that you get a broad spectrum antibiotic immediately. I now take four amoxicillin before any dental procedure.
Regards,
Sagan

The link between periodontal disease, gingivitis, and infections linked to post-operative care have been studied for several decades now because of what was suspected to be subsequent, and consequent, pericarditis, myocarditis, and valve disease. Even flossing inflamed gums can launch bacteria into the blood freed when the floss disrupts infected gum tissue, which travels directly to the heart where it causes untold problems.

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