Dental Abscess
A dental abscess is a pocket of pus caused by bacterial infection at the root tip or in the gums.
Symptoms
- Severe throbbing pain
- Swelling in face or cheek
- Sensitivity to pressure and temperature
- Foul taste in mouth
Causes
- Untreated tooth decay
- Gum disease
- Cracked tooth
Recommended Treatments
Emergency Root Canal
Emergency root canal provides immediate relief from severe tooth pain caused by acute infection or trauma. Same-day treatment stops the infection and eliminates the pain.
Apicoectomy
An apicoectomy removes the tip of a tooth's root along with infected tissue when a root canal alone cannot resolve the infection. It saves the tooth by eliminating the source of infection.
Surgical Tooth Extraction
Surgical extraction is needed for teeth that cannot be easily accessed, such as broken teeth, impacted teeth, or teeth with curved roots. It involves making an incision in the gum tissue.
FAQ
Is a dental abscess dangerous?
Yes, if left untreated it can spread to the jaw, head, or neck and become life-threatening.
How is a dental abscess treated?
Treatment involves draining the abscess, antibiotics, and addressing the source through root canal or extraction.