I have an abscessed tooth. How long will it take to spread?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am 26 years old female. I have had an abscess in my tooth for over a year now. I am getting it infected for the second time now. The previous infection was before six months. It is present at the bottom of one of my lower molars. It hurts me a lot.

How long will it take to spread throughout the body?

Kindly help.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query and can understand your concerns.

There is a lower chance of the dental abscess infection spreading to the whole body. But, sometimes, it happens when the swelling increases and when the fever becomes uncontrollable for two to three days.

There is a chance of having a cystic lesion due to the chronic infection. You can treat it either by doing a root canal or getting it removed as soon as possible.

During the meantime, take Augmentin 625 (Amoxycillin with Clavulanic acid) twice daily for five days. It will eradicate your infection at this stage, and it prevents further spread.

I hope it helps.

Please let me know if I can assist you further.

Thank you.