Swelling Or Abscess
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Key Aspects of Tooth Swelling & Obscesses
Tooth swelling and abscesses occur when infection develops in or around a tooth, often due to decay, gum disease, or injury. These conditions can cause significant discomfort and may affect your ability to eat, sleep, and go about daily life. Recognising symptoms early and seeking timely treatment is essential for preventing complications and safeguarding your overall health. Effective management helps restore comfort, prevent the spread of infection, and support long-term dental wellbeing.
Pain & Discomfort
Swelling and abscesses can cause throbbing pain, tenderness, and sensitivity, which may worsen when chewing or lying down.
Infection
A dental abscess involves a build-up of bacteria, which can spread to surrounding tissues if left untreated. It's best to protect against infection.
Daily Function
Eating, speaking, and concentrating can become difficult when swelling or infection puts pressure on the surrounding areas.
Treatment & Recovery
Care may include drainage of the abscess, antibiotics, root canal treatment, or extraction when necessary, followed by guidance.
Tooth swelling and abscesses are serious dental health concerns
Infection in or around a tooth can cause noticeable swelling, throbbing pain, and difficulty carrying out everyday activities. These issues often arise from decay, gum disease, or injury, and can progress quickly without proper care. Addressing symptoms early, maintaining good oral hygiene, and seeking timely professional treatment are essential for preventing complications and protecting your overall health.
You may require dental attention if you experience persistent swelling, severe pain, fever, a bad taste in your mouth, or sensitivity when biting or chewing.
We provide examinations, X-rays, abscess drainage, antibiotics when appropriate, root canal treatment, extractions when necessary, and personalised guidance on healing and prevention.
Typical causes include deep decay, untreated cavities, gum disease, cracked teeth, failed dental work, and bacterial infection in the tooth or surrounding tissues.
You may find temporary relief by rinsing with warm salt water, using over-the-counter pain relief, avoiding chewing on the affected side, and applying a cold compress—though these measures do not replace professional care.