Antibiotic Tooth Infection

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I do not take antibiotics because of severe reactions such as swollen eyelids and other issues.and also allergic to Flagyl. and possibly Levaquin. Also I believe antibiotics are over used and so far I have done without them for things everyone else takes them for such as Flu,colds and many other things. I use herbal products without most problems but now have a couple of painful tooth issues and perhaps some infections. I have no medical records to verify this due to many years of not having insurance or finances. I will see a dentist but having problems finding one that is more into natural products and low radiation x-rays. How can I ask for a Laboratory Culture in case I have to take some antibiotic: without causing a Dentist to become defensive and feel insulted.I am 70 yrs. old and don't want to wipe out my good bacteria if at all possible. I can try some natural things to help my infection but will a Dentist fix my tooth even if a have an infection? The pain can be handled with some over the counter drug but I am concerned about taking a broad spectrum drug and do not have time to do examinations for allergic reactions, which I just found out can be done. Any suggestions will help. I will check back for any response Thank You

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