Question 1

can a tooth infection kill me?

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Yes, it can: Complications from tooth infections are rare in this era of antibiotics and modern dentistry. Most of them are diagnosed and treated promptly, and respond well to antibiotics and dental management. However, if untreated, some of them can extend into the neck and/or face, causing serious head and neck infections, including septic thrombophlebitis, airway obstruction from neck swelling and sepsis.

Question 2

will a tooth infection kill me?

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Not all the time: Most tooth infections are self limited. There are cases still, where the infection spreads in the blood stream causing sepsis, infection invades important blood vessels leading to the brain that indirectly can cause death. If you have a suspicion for a tooth infection see a dentist asap.

Question 3

can my tooth infection spread to my heart and kill me?

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Theoretically: Dental infections can put bacteria into the bloodstream which have the potential to infect the lining of the heart (endocarditis), and this has the possibility of a fatal outcome.  Most often you need to have prior damage to the heart lining for this to occur, although less often, not.  Get your dental infection treated.

Question 4

what is the probablity of a abscessed tooth infection going to my heart and killing me?

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Low: Infections of the heart are rare, but any infection can spread.  It is best to take of it early.

Question 5

clindamycin for tooth infection how fast will it work?

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24-48 hours: Typically it takes 24-48 hours, but it would be a good idea to have a diagnosis.  See your dentist or the prescribing doctor for an explanation ; remedy for the problem.

Question 6

how fast can a tooth infection come back after 10 days of penicillin?

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Variable: Depends upon the location, type of infection and the causative organisms.  Could be very rapid if there is an abscess.

Question 7

have had a tooth infection for a month that was diagnosed today. only symptom was pain under chin and neck. how fast can infection spread to lungs?

Accepted Answer

Fast: Get in to have this treated immediately. You do not want to risk a mediastinal complication. Good luck .

Question 8

how can i treat a tooth infection?

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Needs dental help: Infections usually need help from a dentist to help remove the source of the infection which can be in the gums or decay leading to a root canal issue.

Question 9

i have a severe tooth infection. what are my options?

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See your dentist: All depends on the condition of the tooth. If the tooth can be treated then a root canal may be needed. If not then the only option may be to remove the tooth. So see your dentist  and he/she can help you determine this.

Question 10

how much penicillin should i take for a tooth infection?

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Diagnosis: Is the key. Some infections are resistant to penicillin. You should see your md or dentist and be sure you can take penicillin for the infection and then see your dentist to treat the cause. Antibiotics only buy time, treatment is the cure and you run the risk of the penicillin not working the next time you need to take it. Having said all the above 500mg 4x/day.

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