A dental abscess is a condition of having pus collection in the tooth, gums, or bones that hold the teeth in place. An abscess occurring on the end of the tooth is called a periapical abscess. An abscess occurring on the gum is known as a periodontal abscess. It often arises from the infected cavity, injury, and damaged filling. The symptoms are tooth pain, bad breath, and fever. It is managed by having pus drainage, and in some cases, root canal treatment is done. In a few cases, extraction is done depending on the severity of the abscess.
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I have a painless swelling on my left cheek. What is it?
Query: Hi doctor, My left side cheek is swelled. There is no pain present when I touch it. I have attached my picture. Please advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The swelling occurs due to various reasons. It can occur due to a toothache or carious tooth in the same region. It can be due to trauma, sinusitis due to nose infection, and due to a b... Read Full »
How to manage an abscessed tooth?
Query: Hi doctor, I have an abscessed tooth. It has started to drain. What can I do now? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. An abscess is an infection of the tooth due to caries. If the abscess is draining into the tissues, then it creates a problem. If it is draining outside, then there is no issue. If you have a fever or a swelling in the neck then, you need to take drugs. I prescribe a ta... Read Full »
I am taking Penicillin tablet for dental infection but swelling is still present. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I had an abscess in the tooth and I consulted a dentist. The dentist informed me that treatment can be done after the swelling subsides. I have been taking the tablet Penicillin for a week. However, swelling is still present, and the left lip and chin are still numb. Now I am experiencing ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have been taking the tablet Penicillin for the abscess in your tooth. Persistent pain indicates that the source of infection is not addressed. The tooth pain can radiate to the neck, head, and arm on the same side. Antibiotics offer sympto... Read Full »