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If my cavity expands and reaches my jaw, can the dentist eliminate the infection from my jaw too?
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Yes...but,: If you have active infection, this is not a good thing and you should treat it now (before it becomes life threatening). Most of the time this simply involves removing the source of infection and antibiotics.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Dental Cavity: Left untreated, an infection can spread to your jaw. For the most part, these infections are treatable. Left untreated, the infection can spread to other parts of your body, cause other issues, and in rare instances, death.
Answered 10/1/2016
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