Hi,My 5 year old has an infected molar.  She has been living with pain for several days.  Her cheek and gums are swollen and sore.  She started  taking amoxicillin 2 days ago.  Although her pain level seems to have decreased some, her cheek and gums are still swollen and she is taking motrin and tylenol.  Is removal of the tooth necessary at this point, or are there other options?  Is it better to remove the tooth or access the infection through the gum?  Any advice will be much appreciated.  We live in Israel and it is very frustrating to get answers from the local dentist.  Were seeing him today, and Id like to be as educated as I can.  Thanks so much!
Hello.thank you for sharing your problem with Chat Doctor. To decide extraction is necessary or not I need X-ray. If infection is deep there can be option of saving it by a treatment called root canal treatment. But if it's more than enough deep and can't be saved then extraction is only the option. Continue with antibiotics .and take painkiller if pain is unbearable. You can consult back for further queries. Wish you good health