Question 1

dental specialist says an antibiotic for a gum abscess is not needed since infection is not systemic. i'm not sure i agree. your opinion?

Accepted Answer

Infection: I can only give you my personal opinion and it is a general answer as I would need to know your medical history, see you clinically and have x-rays of the area in question. Having said that, I almost always if not always advise antibiotic coverage when one of my own patients has an infection.

Question 2

does flu cause a gum abscess?

Accepted Answer

Nope: Gingival abscess is caused by a bacterial infection due to non-vital teeth or periodontal problems.

Question 3

can you tell me if i could see my gp for a possible gum abscess?

Accepted Answer

PCP or GP Dentist ?: Gp dentist yes, pcp no... Physicians are not trained to perform dentistry.

Question 4

don't know if i can go to the dentist or not, if it is a gum abscess. how long can i leave it?

Accepted Answer

Not long: If you cannot see a dentist, most hospitals have a dental clinic. These infections can be very serious and destructive. Please seek treatment.

Question 5

how do i know if i have a gum abscess?

Accepted Answer

Pain ; Swelling...: .. Are two of the most common symptoms. Your best bet is to have a dentist take a look.

Question 6

how safe is it to lance a gum abscess by yourself?

Accepted Answer

No: You can cause more damage to yourself.

Question 7

what's the difference between a gum cyst  and gum abscess?

Accepted Answer

Infection: An abscess is considered a swelling caused by a bacterial infection and a cyst is caused by something else.  It could be trauma or genetic in origin.  They are usually treated differently but require a visit to a dentist or periodontist.

Question 8

what to do if i have a severe gum abscess. should i be putting heat or cold on it?

Accepted Answer

Cause?: You need to see a dentist to find out what causing the abscess,  if its origin is a bad tooth or gum itself it has different treatments.  You might need antibiotic treatment as well as other treatments

Question 9

do i have to get my tooth extracted after a gum abscess?

Accepted Answer

Not always: If the bone loss is not too advanced it is treatable and savable.

Question 10

had gum abscess. caused swelling in cheek. abscess is gone, cheek still a little puffy. what is the weird sensation i still feel in cheek?

Accepted Answer

What is sensation ?: Please elaborate on what exactly you are feeling. Better yet, see your dentist that prescribed the antibiotics for you. The antibiotics did not treat the cause of the abscess, just the sypmtoms. You still need dental care.

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Dental specialist says an antibiotic for a gum abscess is not needed since infection is not systemic. i'm not sure i agree. your opinion?

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Does flu cause a gum abscess?

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Can you tell me if i could see my gp for a possible gum abscess?

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Don't know if i can go to the dentist or not, if it is a gum abscess. how long can i leave it?

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How do i know if i have a gum abscess?

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How safe is it to lance a gum abscess by yourself?

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What's the difference between a gum cyst and gum abscess?

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What to do if i have a severe gum abscess. should i be putting heat or cold on it?

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Do i have to get my tooth extracted after a gum abscess?

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Had gum abscess. caused swelling in cheek. abscess is gone, cheek still a little puffy. what is the weird sensation i still feel in cheek?

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