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What is the probablity of a abscessed tooth infection going to my heart and killing me?

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Low: Infections of the heart are rare, but any infection can spread. It is best to take of it early.

Answered 6/16/2015

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Very low: With today's technology and medical expertise this is very unlikely.

Answered 10/2/2012

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Remotely possible: In 1900 a common cause of death was from dental infections. Nowadays with antibiotics not so much. But ignored dental infections can cause rapid swelling cutting off your airway and therefore should not be ignored. Your heart could be affected depending on your general health status.

Answered 9/11/2018

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Theoretically yes: If left ignored abscessed tooth, can eventually cause a condition called septicemia , which is circulation of the infectious bacteria in your blood stream targeting weak or sick organs like for example a heart pacemaker or a heart that had a previous surgery.

Answered 2/24/2018

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