Once the
pulp is dead,
an abscess
can form the
tooth to the
gum ligament
and jawbone
Often, a necrotic
tooth can still be
saved if steps
are taken to
resolve the
infection at an
early stage
A very common
cause is when a
dental cavity
(decay) becomes
so large and deep
that it reaches the
pulp chamber.
Inflammation
of the pulp
(pulpitis) is
usually what
is felt as a
toothache
Reversible pulpitis
means that the
pulp is irritated,
but has an
opportunity to
recover
Irreversible
pulpitis
means that
it will not
recover
and the
pulp is
dying
Other
causes
Trauma
to a tooth
from
grinding or
clenching
Dental
treatment
A blow
to a
tooth
signs and
symptoms
darkteeth
Swelling
or pimple
on the
gum
pain
puffy
face
Treatment
An emergency
room visit is
advised if there it
difficulty with
breathing or
swallowing
Once the infection is
cleared and the toothh can
be restored, a root canal
procedure is performed. If
the tooth cannot be
restored, the tooth is
extracted instead
During pregnancy,
a dental abscess
requires immediate
attention in order
minimize further
spread of the
infection
In adult teeth, the usual treatment for
an abscessed tooth begins with
properly clearing the infection. In
children's primary teeth, treatment of a
dental abscess depends on the extent
of indection
Depending on how much the
infection has spread, the course Of
action usually involves oral
antibiotics and draining the tooth
and surrounding structures of the
infection
The "root canal treatment"
cleans out the entire inner
space of the tooth and seals
the spaces with an inert rubber
material called gutta percha
prognosis
Tooth
abscess
Abscess
in the
bone
Jaw
and
neck
swollen
abscess
effective
Taking over
the counter
medications
for pain
Seeking care and
advice from a
dental professional
is strongly
recommended