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1. The Abscessed Tooth

2. An abscess is an infection in or around the root of the tooth which may or may not be painful. It's most commonly caused by severe tooth decay. Other causes of tooth abscess are trauma to the tooth, such as when it is broken or chipped, andgingivitis or gum disease. These problems can cause openings into the tooth enamel, which allows bacteria to infect the center of the tooth also called the pulp. The infection may also spread from the root of the tooth to the bones supporting the tooth.

4. Symptoms: • Fever • Bitter taste in themouth • Tender, swollen lymph nodes under your jaw or in your neck • Sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures • Redness and swelling of the gums • An open, draining sore on the side of the gums • Severe, persistent, throbbing pain radiating to the jawbone, neck or ear • Sensitivity to the pressure of chewing or biting • If you experience any of the above symptoms, it is important to see a dentist even if the pain subsides.

6. Risk factors: • Poor dental hygiene.Not taking proper care of your teeth and gums can increase • your risk of tooth decay, gum disease, tooth abscess, and other dental complications. • A high sugar diet. Frequently eating and drinking foods rich in sugar, such as sweets • and sodas, can contribute to dental cavities and turn into a tooth abscess.

7. Complications: • If the abscess ruptures, the pain may decrease but if the abscess doesn't drain, the • infection may. • spread to your jaw and to other areas of your head and neck. • You might even develop sepsis which a life-threatening infection that spreads throughout • your body. • If you have a weakened immune system then your risk of a spreading infection increases • even more. • A Periapical abscess occurs at the tip of the root, whereas a periodontal abscess occurs in • the gums. • next to a tooth root. The information here refers specifically to Periapical abscesses.

8. Frequently Asked Questions • What is Periapical tooth abscess? • A Periapical tooth abscess occurs when bacteria invade the innermost part of the tooth that contains blood • vessels, nerves and connective tissue (pulp). Bacteria enter through a dental cavity or down to the root. The • bacterial infection can cause swelling and inflammation at the tip of the root which is called Periapical abscess. • 2. How can an abscess tooth be diagnosed? • If you have an abscessed tooth, you will feel pain when the tooth is tapped by your dentist's probe. In addition, because your gums may be swollen and red, your dentist may suspect an abscessed tooth.

9. What are the treatment options for abscess tooth? • Root surgery is generally recommended to remove diseased root tissue after the infection has subsided. After that, a crown may be placed over the tooth. • Other option is extraction of infected tooth, allowing drainage through the socket. • Lastly, a third way would be by incision into the swollen gum tissue. • How can abscess be prevented? • Maintaining good oral hygiene can reduce the risk of developing a tooth abscess. Also, seek prompt dental attention, if your teeth experience any trauma (for example, become loosened or chipped)

10. When is the right time to seek a dentist? • If you have fever and swelling around your face, immediately book an appointment with a dentist. • These symptoms may indicate that the infection has spread deeper into your jaw and also in the surrounding tissue or even to other areas of your body. • This condition needs proper assessment and treatment plan so it is prevented from becoming serious condition in future.

11. For more information, you can book an appointment at • Dr Sachdeva’s Dental Aesthetic And Implant Institute , I-101, Ashok Vihar Phase 1, Delhi- 110052 Contact us at • Phone : +919818894041,01142464041 • Our Websites: • www.sachdevadentalcare.com • www.dentalcoursesdelhi.com • www.dentalimplantindia.co.in • Email :- drrajatsachdeva@gmail.com , surgicalmasterdelhi@gmail.com