A member asked:

My dentist detected a substantial abcess in my upper jaw. i have no pain or swelling and condition has lasted for a while. is this normal?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not uncommon: What you describe is not an uncommon occurrence. These chronic infections either become acute and cause problems or are picked up on x-rays.

Answered 12/9/2013

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