I went to dentist yesterday and found I had infection in tooth. Im on elquits(blood thinner) and tooth still bleeding. Im on amonxiscillin  now for infection.  Should I be worried that my gums are still bleeding.  Should I stop taking blood thinner?
Hello, I would like to know the treatment recommendation for your infection? Did you have the tooth extracted without going off your blood thinner? I consult, to determine the amount of time needed to stop your medication, with my patients' physician before scheduling an extraction. Dental patients need to stop taking aspirin for seven days prior to an extraction to assist controlling bleeding. Are you planning to have a root canal? Did you have swelling and require Chat Doctor?  Avoid irritants. Stay on your medication as prescribed and follow all instructions provided by your dentist. Call your dentist and ask specific questions about your symptoms to find out if this is unusual after your recent visit. Keep in mind a small amount of blood can mix with saliva and look like a greater volume of blood.  Remember, rinsing after an extraction can disturb your initial blood clot and promote bleeding or severely infected tissue can exhibit more bleeding. Do not stop your medication unless advised by your physician or dentist. Make sure that you review your medication being taken and full medical history with your dentist prior to dental treatment. Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you will feel better soon.