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5 days ago · The main causes of periapical abscess are: Cavities: Cavities, or tooth decay, are the destruction of tooth hard tissue by acids produced by bacteria in the mouth. If a cavity is left untreated, infection can enter the tooth and cause inflammation of the pulp (pulpitis), which can eventually lead to a periapical abscess.
5 days ago · Here are some of the common causes that can lead to a chronic abscess: Infection: The main cause of abscesses is infection by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Infection can occur due to wounds, injuries, surgical procedures, weakened immune system or other factors.
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11 hours ago · A healthy smile goes beyond aesthetics. It’s a window to your overall well-being. While regular dental checkups are crucial, understanding the signs of potential problems can empower you to take action.
4 days ago · The increased incidence in adolescents and young adults is attributed to hormonal effects of increased hair on the torso, increased activity of sebaceous and sweat glands, fat deposition on the buttocks, and deepening of the gluteal cleft. Other risk factors may include hirsutism, obesity, and poor personal hygiene.
3 days ago · Symptoms include a large, red, swollen, painful lump of pus anywhere on the body beneath the skin. There may be fever, chills, and body aches from the infection. If not treated, there is the risk of an abscess enlarging, spreading, and causing serious illness. Diagnosis is made through physical examination.
2 days ago · Odontogenic infections of the lower second and third molars are the most common cause of Ludwig's angina, because their roots are caudal to the mylohyoid muscle (15). Other precipitating factors include peritonsillar or parapharyngeal abscesses, infection secondary to a mandibular fracture, or submandibular sialadenitis (15). CT with ...
