Hi,my name is Sylvie. I have pus oozing out of my gum and I also have a hip implant. I contacted my dentist who prescribed antibiotics . Of course I am concerned that the infection would go to the implant. 1- what is the best way to rinse my mouth to get rid of the pus? salt water? scope? 2 - at what point would I need to go to emergency, in case it gets worse?
Hello Sylvie, Answers to your questions are given below:1. Use chlorhexidine mouth wash thrice daily on a regular basis, this is quite effective in eradicating microorganisms.2. If there is pulsatile pain or increased pain or if the quantity of pus coming out increases or the gum swelling continues to increase despite taking antibiotics then you should go to the ER.