Abscessed Teeth

Abscessed Teeth | Oral Dental Care, Houston, Texas

Abscessed teeth can be particularly painful and cause serious health problems. That is why it is so important to seek proper dental care immediately. Call the Houston dental team that is highly experienced with treating conditions associated with abscessed teeth—Oral Dental Care. An untreated abscessed tooth can cause tooth loss and even spread an infection to other teeth, jaw, head and other areas of the body. 

Causes of Abscessed Teeth

An abscess is a painful inflammation that can be deep red around the roots of a tooth and can extend to the gums and elsewhere in the mouth and jaw. Abscessed teeth are usually painful to the touch and can be caused by a serious cavity, decay, gum or periodontal disease, and cracked or damaged teeth. Abscessed teeth is a serious condition and must be treated immediately. It the infection is not treated properly, the patient risks damage to the pulp of the tooth and infection of the underlying bone. The infection may be treated with antibiotics, but this won’t affect the abscess. A dentist will try treatments in an attempt to save the affected tooth. More invasive treatment include surgery, root canal and extraction.