Question 1

what are front tooth implants?

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Implants that.....: Replace your missing front teeth.  Implants are becoming one of the best ways to replace missing teeth, if the patient has good bone or is willing to have bone augmentation to make the site acceptable for implants.

Question 2

what if my tooth abscess bursts?

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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 3

how deadly is an abscess on your tooth/gum?

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Needs to be treated: An abscess is a bacterial infection in the  body. Any infection has the potential to enter the bloodstream and move to other parts of the body.  Treatment should be started as soon as possible

Question 4

abscess in crowned tooth treatments and solutions?

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Abscess = Infection: Is the problem a periodontal issue? Does the tooth have root canal therapy that is failing? Does it need root canal therapy? Is the tooth fractured? Once the cause is determined, then the proper treatment can be implemented.

Question 5

is clindmaycin a good antibotic for a tooth abcess?

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Maybe: If it helps with the infection... Yes if not check with your dentist for an alternative... And further treatment.

Question 6

can an abcess tooth cause vertigo?

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Possibly: An abscess near your upper molars can affect your sinuses and possibly your inner ear. Your inner ear has a fluid-filled structure that affects your balance. If the damage or pressure from the abscess is near the inner ear, then you can possibly become lightheaded or unbalanced.

Question 7

how could i    drain a tooth abscess?

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Dentist/Oral Surgeon: Do you really want to do it yourself?  Assuming the abscess is ready to drain, you need dependent drainage, ie where gravity will allow the pus to continue to drain out of the abscess.  Open (incise) the abscess at this point and keep it open.

Question 8

can penicillin treat a tooth abscess?

Accepted Answer

It will help..: .. control the infection, but it does not solve your problem. You still need to see a dentist to address the cause of the abscess, otherwise it will return.

Question 9

will my tooth abcess sprea to my brain?

Accepted Answer

Although uncommon,: And rare, the answer is yes. Upper teeth, when abscessed, have that potential. See your dentist for treatment!

Question 10

tooth abscess or mastoiditis symptooms?

Accepted Answer

Hard to diagnose : Very hard to diagnose on this forum.  I would seek the help of a dentist asap.

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