Emergency Dental Abscess Treatment
Suffering from a Painful Dental Abscess?
Dental abscesses require immediate attention. Our emergency dentists can provide prompt treatment to relieve pain and prevent the infection from spreading.
Call Now: 833-420-8267Understanding Dental Abscesses
A dental abscess is a pocket of pus caused by a bacterial infection. This painful condition can occur in different parts of the tooth or gum and requires professional treatment to prevent serious complications.
Types of Dental Abscesses We Treat:
Periapical Abscess
An infection that occurs at the tip of the tooth root, often caused by untreated tooth decay or trauma.
Periodontal Abscess
An infection in the gum tissue and supporting bone adjacent to a tooth, often related to gum disease.
Gingival Abscess
A localized infection affecting only the gum tissue, not the tooth or supporting structures.
Combined Periodontic-Endodontic Abscess
A complex infection involving both the gum tissues and the pulp of the tooth.
Common Symptoms of a Dental Abscess:
- Severe, persistent, throbbing pain in the affected tooth or gum
- Pain that radiates to the jaw, ear, or neck
- Sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures
- Sensitivity when chewing or biting
- Swelling in the face or cheek
- Tender, swollen lymph nodes under the jaw or in the neck
- Fever and general feeling of unwellness
- Bad taste in the mouth or bad breath
Our Emergency Abscess Treatment Approach
- Thorough Examination: Identifying the type and extent of the abscess
- Pain Management: Providing immediate relief from the severe pain
- Infection Control: Draining the abscess to remove the accumulated pus
- Antibiotic Therapy: Prescribing appropriate antibiotics when necessary
- Definitive Treatment: Addressing the underlying cause through root canal therapy, periodontal treatment, or tooth extraction if necessary
- Follow-up Care: Ensuring proper healing and preventing recurrence
Why Dental Abscesses Require Immediate Attention
Dental abscesses are serious infections that won't resolve without professional treatment. Delaying care can lead to:
- • Spread of infection to nearby teeth and tissues
- • Spread of infection to other parts of the body, including the brain
- • Bone loss around the affected tooth
- • Sepsis, a life-threatening infection throughout the body
- • Loss of the affected tooth
Don't Ignore a Dental Abscess
Our emergency dentists are available 24/7 to provide immediate treatment for dental abscesses across Ohio.
Call 833-420-8267 NowWhy Choose Ohio Emergency Dental for Abscess Treatment
Rapid Response
Immediate treatment to relieve pain and prevent the spread of infection.
Comprehensive Care
Addressing both the immediate abscess and the underlying dental issue.
Prevention Focus
Providing guidance to prevent future abscesses and maintain oral health.