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Infection again? Sores on gums, sore teeth, and swollen cheek...

Infection again? Sores on gums, sore teeth, and swollen cheek...

Hi - I was at the doctor two weeks ago because I had an infection around my wisdom tooth (periodontist I believe it's called).  I had this a few years ago so I knew what it was immediately.   The doctor put me on amoxicillian and it feels all better.   However, about a week ago I started getting a few small sores around the gums on the other side of my mouth.  I thought maybe I was just getting canker sores (had these before too).   Now I've got about 5 sores on my bottom right side gums and down by my tongue.   In addition, my cheek is swollen and sore, and my teeth on that side are sore when I try to bite.   I haven't had the swollen, sore cheek or sore teeth with canker sores before.   Should I see my dentist again?
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Would you recommend seeing my regular dentist or a specialist of some kind?  Think it is still infected or something else...weird it is the other side now and I was taking my medicine.   thanks.
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Depending on if your regular dentist is knowledgable or experienced enough to diagnose your infection source. If in doubt, seeing an oral medicine specialist or oral surgeon is advised.
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