22 yo female, no mouth pain, diagnosed w/ periodontal disease 2 days ago.  Appt set up for deep cleaning in 2 weeks, however, now in severe pain, swollen gums feel like they are on fire.....is this from the Dentist poking the tender gums, or infection?  Of course it the weekend and they are closed...
Hello:) Welcome to Chat Doctor. You can take antibiotic Doxy-1 for a week course. This pain is not from the dentist poking, but it is due to the infection. You should not have milk along with this antibiotic and make sure you are not known allergic to this. You can also take a painkiller like Idol plus thrice daily for 3 days. Do warm salt water gargle thrice daily. DO NOT hesitate to brush even if your gum bleeds. Use a soft tooth brush. Regards.