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Can you tell me how to know when a tooth is abscessed?
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Pain: Pain and swelling around a tooth is the most frequent symptom that you would notice. The tooth would be badly decayed or broken down. An abscessed tooth is an infection that needs to be treated. See a dentist asap.
Answered 4/5/2014
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See your dentist: Some signs that point to an abscess are a fistula on the gums by the tooth that is infected and throbbing pain that keeps you up at night and is sensitive to heat. The best way to know is to see your dentist to take x-rays and perform diagnostic tests if needed.
Answered 9/19/2017
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