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Dental infections occur when bacteria gain free access to the nerve and spread to the tissues surrounding the tooth. These painful infections are very common, as about 90% of people have had them at some time in their lives. They are characterized by the accumulation of pus and inflammation of the tissues in and around the tooth.
This condition can cause severe toothache and, if not addressed in time, can develop into a chronic infection and cause more severe damage.
These infections are located at the root tip of the tooth and are usually caused by deep untreated caries or recurrence of caries in deep anterior fillings.
These occur in the tissue surrounding the tooth, such as the periodontal ligament and gums, and are usually the result of periodontal disease (periodontitis) or traumatic occlusion.
The treatment of dental or oral infection will always be established taking into account the cause of the infection. After a clinical examination and radiological examination, the first part of the treatment will focus on reducing the infectious process, discomfort or pain and inflammation.
To reduce the infectious process will require a course of antibiotics specific to the dental infection you have. In addition to antibiotics, medications to treat inflammation, rinses and following certain hygiene guidelines may be necessary.
The best way to minimize the risk of dental infections is good oral hygiene and regular dental visits.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact us - we are here to take care of your oral health!
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact us. We are here to take care of your oral health!
A dental abscess is an ailment that occurs in the teeth or gums. This infection can spread to the surrounding tissue and cause extensive damage. The most common type of tooth abscess is a root canal infection. This occurs when bacteria enter the tooth through a crack or cavity and infect the pulp. If an abscess is left unattended, the infection can spread to the surrounding bone and cause a pus-filled pocket to form. This pocket is called an abscess.
Several factors can contribute to the development of a dental abscess. The most common cause is poor oral hygiene. Other risk factors include:
The most common symptom of a tooth abscess is toothache. Other symptoms include:
Wisdom tooth extraction is a standard dental procedure performed to remove one or more of the four wisdom teeth. When a patient undergoes an extraction, it is rare for them to become infected if they have good oral hygiene. However, with wisdom teeth, sometimes food debris gets trapped under the gums and becomes what looks like an abscess, but it is not always painful or tender. Instead, you have a bad taste sensation in your mouth and swelling around this area that can be very persistent and also cause discomfort until you revisit a doctor after opening the surgical site where the infection was found by an irrigation procedure.
Treatment for a tooth abscess will depend on the severity of the infection. For minor conditions, we may prescribe antibiotics to help eliminate the infection. We may also recommend placing a temporary filling or crown on the affected tooth to prevent further damage. You may need to undergo a root canal procedure for more serious infections.
