Hi,

I'm new to this forum and happened to find it while searching on the internet for answers to my problem.

I had a 2nd molar upper right extraction done on 8/19 by an OS (my 3rd molar wisdom was extracted over 15 years ago). There were no complications, but I bled for almost the entire day. This tooth was very decayed (also crowned), and the back gum area had been intermittently very sore for many years. I also have a somewhat-decayed tooth (also crowned)
next to the extracted one that has given me some issues.

My question: Prior to the extraction and even now, I have some swelling and pressure that begins at my jaw and goes all the way to the top of my cheek. It hurts to smile and I talk like I have a mouthful of mush. I feel a VERY sore little lump back in that area. I am worried about this.

I went back to see the OS this week and he seemed unconcerned, but gave me an Rx for CLEOCIN (I did not fill it). He overcharged me and without getting into details, I do not want to go back to him. I saw another general dentist that same day and she said I do not have dry socket, but there appears to be some real inflammation around the extraction site. She gave me an Rx for Penicillin VK 500 mg which I have been taking for 2 days now. I do not notice any real improvement, but it's not getting worse.

This will be my 3rd course of antibiotics in a months time. I was previously taking Amoxicillin 500 mg. I am a holistic health advocate and hate taking these Rxs. I just want to know if this sounds normal or if it's something I should be concerned about. I have been dealing with these dental issues for too long and just want some relief.

Please help - thank you.