Dental Abscess And Its Treatment

This article will discuss the types of dental abscesses and how they can be treated.

What is a dental abscess?

It is a condition caused by the production of pus due to bacterial infection at the gums or on
the tooth. You will know that it is an abscess when theres a throbbing pain at a spot that
seems to swell, usually at the gums. The pain will shoot all of a sudden and may become
unbearable in the next few days.

Know how to detect the types of dental abscess:

Periodontal abscess is an abscess that is located in the periodontium. This means that pus
has accumulated in the supporting bone tissue structures (local).

Gingival abscess is an abscess that affects the gum line. Bacteria usually gets trapped or a
gingival issue may be causing the abscess.

Periapical abscess is the accumulation of pus in the pulp of the tooth. This is also very
painful since the nerves in the pulp are very sensitive.

What causes dental abscess?


Poor dental hygiene
Erosion of the tooth enamel
Wrong food and drink (sweet, starchy food and beverages)
Tooth trauma from being chipped or broken
Dental procedures that mistakenly created periodontal pockets
Gum damage with no treatment
Weak immune system from existing health issues like diabetes
Untreated periodontitis and the patient is put on antibiotics regimen
Side effects of chemotherapy or steroid medication

Will a dental abscess complicate?

For those that do not receive treatment for dental abscess, theres a huge chance that
complications can follow such as:

dental cysts, cavernous sinus thrombosis, osteomyelitis, Ludwig's angina and maxillary sinusitis.

How will a dental abscess get treated?

The Albuquerque dental practitioner can suggest the following methods as treatment for dental
abscess:

Root canal procedure
Drainage through incising the area
Surgery for removal of the tooth.


How may the patient who was treated for dental abscess be relieved from
discomfort?


Prescribing pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen to the patient.
Recommending a warm salt water rinse to the patient.

How can dental abscess be prevented?

People should be instructed that when a tooth goes through decay, it is easy for bacteria to
penetrate the gums and tooth pulp, and that will almost always cause infection. Thus, when
theres infection, there will be inflammation. To avoid going through the pains brought by
dental abscess, practice good oral hygiene and consult an Albuquerque dentist at regular
times.

For more information, talk to Dr Terry Gomez, DDS or drop by 6830 Montgomery Blvd NE Suite
F, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Call phone at 505-296-5200. Visit the authority site at
http://www.terrygomezdds.com.