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Dental abscess is a bacterial infection affecting thousands of\u00a0 people each year, causing pain, fever, systemic disease and tooth loss if not treated properly and promptly.<\/p>\n
Drs. Frank and Jeanelle Marchese<\/a>, Lisle dentists at Arbor Dental Care, advise immediate treatment of an abscess, suggest temporary comfort measures and tell how to prevent this potentially dangerous condition.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A dental abscess involves infection of the interior soft pulp of a tooth. The pulp contains blood vessels, connective tissue and nerves. Caused by oral injury and most commonly, deep decay, this worrisome condition leads to tooth loss if not treated right away.<\/p>\n Signs of dental abscess can remain localized, or they may spread throughout the body. Most often, patients exhibit:<\/p>\n If you show any of these symptoms, contact Dr. Marchese and his team at Arbor Dental Care as soon as possible. The doctor may wish to see you the same day.<\/p>\n Before going to the office, put a warm compress on the jaw, and take over the counter ibuprofen or acetaminophen to limit pain and fever. Rinse with mouthwash to cleanse your mouth of bacteria-filled drainage and to control the taste and odor.<\/p>\n When you see the dentist , he or she will examine the tooth and take an X-ray.\u00a0 The dentist questions patients about symptoms and what medications they take. Upon confirmation of a dental abscess, he or she will advise extraction if the tooth cannot be saved or root canal therapy<\/a> \u00a0to remove diseased inner pulp and preserve the tooth.<\/p>\n The doctor excises a periodontal, or gum, abscess to allow the pus to drain. Antibiotics are prescribed to ensure infection does not spread to other teeth, bone or the rest of the body.<\/p>\n The answer is no. Be proactive\u00a0 about your oral health. Dr. Marchese urges the following steps to avoid dental and periodontal (gum) abscesses:<\/p>\n Be sensitive to how your mouth looks, feels and functions. If you think you have a problem, contact Arbor Dental Care<\/a>. The dentists and staff are happy to help you get comfortable and healthy.What is a Dental Abscess?<\/h3>\n
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How is a Dental Abscess Treated?<\/h3>\n
Do We Have to Suffer with Tooth Infections?<\/h3>\n
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Work to Preserve Your Oral Health<\/h3>\n
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