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   How do you treat an abscessed tooth?

   • Treatment for an abscessed tooth focuses on clearing up the infection and relieving pain. Depending on your symptoms, your dentist might start with a dental X-ray. This will help them see whether the infection has spread to other areas. Depending on the type and severity of your abscess, treatment options include: Draining the abscess.

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   How do you get a swollen abscess out of a tooth?

   • To do this, your dentist may: Open up (incise) and drain the abscess. The dentist makes a small cut into the abscess, allowing the pus to drain out. The dentist then washes the area with salt water (saline). Occasionally, a small rubber drain is placed to keep the area open for drainage while the swelling goes down. Do a root canal.

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   Can a tooth abscess be cured?

   • You may take antibiotics to help your body fight the infection, but medicine alone won't cure an abscessed tooth. The tooth itself is the source of the infection, and it has to be dealt with. If you don't get treatment, a tooth abscess can lead to more serious problems. The infection may spread to other parts of your neck and head.

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   7 min read. What Is an Abscessed Tooth? An abscessed tooth is one that is infected in or around the root, creating a pocket of pus. Anyone, from children to the...

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   Signs and symptoms of a tooth abscess include:

   •Severe, constant, throbbing toothache that can spread to your jawbone, neck or ear

   •Pain or discomfort with hot and cold temperatures

   •Pain or discomfort with the pressure of chewing or biting

   •Fever

   •Swelling in your face, cheek or neck that may lead to difficulty breathing or swallowing

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   See your dentist promptly if you have any signs or symptoms of a tooth abscess.

   If you have a fever and swelling in your face and you can't reach your dentist, go to an emergency room. Also go to the emergency room if you have trouble breathing or swallowing. These symptoms may indicate that the infection has spread deeper into your jaw, throat or neck or even to other areas of your body.

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   A periapical tooth abscess occurs when bacteria invade the dental pulp. The pulp is the innermost part of the tooth that contains blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue.

   Bacteria enter through either a dental cavity or a chip or crack in the tooth and spread all the way down to the root. The bacterial infection can cause swelling and inflammation at the tip of the root.

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   These factors may increase your risk of a tooth abscess:

   •Poor dental habits and care. Not taking proper care of your teeth and gums — such as not brushing your teeth twice a day and not flossing — can increase your risk of dental problems. Problems may include tooth decay, gum disease, tooth abscess, and other dental and mouth complications.

   •A diet high in sugar. Frequently eating and drinking foods rich in sugar, such as sweets and sodas, can contribute to dental cavities and turn into a tooth abscess.

   •Dry mouth. Having a dry mouth can increase your risk of tooth decay. Dry mouth is often due to the side effect of certain medications or issues related to aging.

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   A tooth abscess won't go away without treatment. If the abscess ruptures, the pain may improve a lot, making you think that the problem has gone away — but you still need to get dental treatment.

   If the abscess doesn't drain, the infection may spread to your jaw and to other areas of your head and neck. If the tooth is located near the maxillary sinus — two large spaces under your eyes and behind your cheeks — you can also develop an opening between the tooth abscess and the sinus. This can cause an infection in the sinus cavity. You might even develop sepsis — a life-threatening infection that spreads throughout your body.

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   Avoiding tooth decay is essential to preventing a tooth abscess. Take good care of your teeth to avoid tooth decay:

   •Drink water that contains fluoride.

   •Brush your teeth for two minutes at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.

   •Use dental floss or a water flosser to clean between your teeth on a daily basis.

   •Replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months, or whenever the bristles are frayed.

   •Eat healthy food, limiting sugary items and between-meal snacks.

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   Jun 29, 2022 · CT scan. X-ray. Treatment. The goal of treatment is to get rid of the infection. To do this, your dentist may: Open up (incise) and drain the abscess. The dentist makes a small cut into the abscess, allowing the pus to drain out. The dentist then washes the area with salt water (saline).

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   Mar 27, 2023 · How do you treat a tooth abscess? Goals of treatment are to eliminate the infection and prevent complications. Tooth abscess treatment options include: Incision and drainage: Your dentist makes a small incision (cut) in the abscess to drain the pus. They may also place a small rubber drain.

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   May 25, 2018 · Treatment for an abscessed tooth focuses on clearing up the infection and relieving pain. Depending on your symptoms, your dentist might start with a dental X-ray. This...

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   Nov 10, 2014 · Treatment. If you can’t see your dentist immediately, you can use over-the-counter pain relievers or warm salt-water rinses to ease the pain and provide temporary relief. Only your dentist can...

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   Apr 8, 2022 · Treatment of dental abscesses is usually carried out by dentists, and often involves taking an antibiotic and root canal treatment. In rare cases, however, the infection can spread, and the condition may become very severe and possibly life-threatening in extremely rare cases. 5.