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Is it true that a decay in the wisdom tooth can lead to a deadly infection if left untreated?
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Most or all tooth decay has an infection component, and more serious infections like dental abscess can occur as complications. But "deadly" infection? Almost never.
Answered 3/23/2023
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Any tooth infection can result in a systemic infection. Although rare, it does happen.
Answered 3/22/2023
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