Possibly yes: If there is enough inflammation, your body may respond with a more wide spread "systemic" response that can be manifested by an elevated white blood cell count. Remember though, it's possible to have a bad infection even with a normal or low white blood cell count too.
Answered 6/14/2017
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Possibly: Time and severity related. The longer the infection has to spread, the more virulent the infection, the greater the elevation in white blood cells. Remember, it takes the body time to respond to the infection, so don't use white blood cell levels as the only indicator of spreading infection. If you think you have a dental infection, waiting to see a Dentist will only cause undue risk.
Answered 5/17/2015
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Of course: If the abscess does not drain, the infection can spread to other areas of the body and blood tests often indicate elevated levels of white blood cells.
Answered 5/17/2015
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Yes it could.: Get the tooth treated properly asap. Untreated infection anywhere in the body is problematic and prone to more serious health issues.
Answered 3/24/2015
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Tooth infection: It could be elevated just from any type of infection. You need to seek treatment with your dentist or oral surgeon ASAP before you get serious complications. Many times all you need is a simple extraction to get rid of the offending tooth and you will be feeling much better in no time. Don't wait to have your tooth evaluated. If you can't get into a dentist, go to the ER if you are bad off.
Answered 12/12/2015
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