Abscessed Tooth
Abscessed Tooth Relief
An abscessed tooth is one that has become infected. Tooth decay is often the culprit but sometimes a trama to the tooth can cause an abscess. When tooth decay or infection advances deep into the tooth, it can cause destruction of the pulp. Often times a pimple like bump will appear on the gums.
An abscessed tooth left untreated can cause more serious problems, including damage to surrounding tissue and bone. In some cases you can have pain with every bite. The pain may linger even when there is no pressure on the tooth. The abscessed tooth may also be extremely sensitive to hot and cold. An abscessed tooth requires immediate treatment.
Root canal treatment is the most common form of treatment for an abscessed tooth. Root canal treatment involves removing the infected tissue, cleansing and sealing the canal of the tooth and restoring the tooth with a crown.
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