What to do
in the Event of A Dental Emergency
Abscess
An abscessed tooth constitutes an emergency! The abscess is a localized pus formation usually located
at the root end of the tooth. Left untreated, pus
will continue to collect at the site of the infection.
The pain will increase. The abscess can either
rupture or drain on its own or can be drained
surgically. The dentist may first prescribe
antibiotics and analgesics to control the abscess before
going ahead with treatment such as root canal.
The abscess can be the result of bacteria from a cavity
extending into the gums, the cheek, the throat, beneath
the tongue, or even into the jaw or facial bones. At
this point the abscess can become very painful as a
result of inflamed tissues.
Should the abscess finally rupture, the pain is likely
to decrease but dental treatment is still very much
necessary.
If the abscess does not drain, the infection can spread
to other areas of the head and neck and can become life
threatening.
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