Question 1

what is an abscess tooth?

Accepted Answer

Infection: There are 2 types of abscesses. The first and most common is a peri- apical or root canal abscess occurring from an infected pulp(nerve) inside the tooth. The other is the periodontal or gum abscess occurring in an infected gum pocket next to the tooth.
Both can cause pain and swelling when they fill with pus.

Question 2

can swishing with peroxide help an abscess tooth?

Accepted Answer

No: Swishing would have a topical effect, while an abscess originates deep inside a tooth or in the bone supporting the tooth.  Peroxide would have minimal effect on the abscess, and could actually irritate the mucosa of the mouth instead.

Question 3

help please! is extracting an abscess tooth dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: Depending on the size and location of the abcess, it may be advantageous to take antibiotic to treat the infection prior to extraction. Frequently, it is fine to extract a tooth that is abcessed. Your dentist can determine what is in your best interest for your specific situation. Don't worry!

Question 4

can you tell me what could i do for a severe abscess tooth?

Accepted Answer

Call Dentist: There is absolutely nothing you can do on your own to treat that problematic tooth. Call a dentist asap before the swelling and pain become intolerable.

Question 5

had abscess tooth  for two weeks won't go away is this dangerous and what do i need to do?

Accepted Answer

RCT or debridement: If it is an endo abscess (nerve hurts), root canal must be performed on the tooth.  If it is a periodontal abscess, good scaling and root planing (debridement) should be done.  Eliminate the cause of abscess (poor occlusion, eliminate area of food impaction).  Even though it usually isnot dangerous, abscess could be painful and should be treated asap to avoid damage to surrounding bone.

Question 6

what if my tooth abscess bursts?

Accepted Answer

Thanks for asking!: If the abscess bursts you will be swallowing all the infection and pus with a chance it could spread. Please get treatment. There are cases of people dying from dental abscess as it travels to your brain.

Question 7

what is done for tooth abscess pain?

Accepted Answer

Root Canal: Or extraction are usually the two means of treating an abcess from the tooth. It the abcess is from the gums, than an ind is the treatment of choice with curattage.

Question 8

how do i know i have a tooth abscess?

Accepted Answer

Pain and swelling: Generally you will have pain and swelling  around an abcessed tooth.   This is an infection and it can get worse without treatment so see a dentist  if you are concerned nap out an abcess.

Question 9

symptoms of tooth abscess near crown?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms: Pain - usually a dull ache that feels 'deeper' that the tooth. Although its worth mentioning many abscesses are painless.
Swelling- usually localized to the aree of the gums around the roots of the affected tooth.
Drainage - a 'pimple' or bump that might produce pus, or not at all.
Pain to touch or biting.

Question 10

how serious can a tooth abscess become?

Accepted Answer

Very: Especially if you have things like diabetes or a poor immune system.  We worry about bacteria from the tooth abscess getting into the bloodstream and causing worse problems.  Please get it checked out!

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