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Abscessed Tooth Treatment

Aside from eradicating any pain, there are definitive reasons why you might want to seek abscessed tooth treatment.

Let’s face it when you have an abscess, tooth pain is probably the main signal telling you that something isn’t right. So while it might not be considered a full-on dental emergency in Manchester like say knocked out teeth or ongoing tissue bleeding, it is pretty serious and should really be treated as such.

Aside from the (in some cases) excruciating pain, there are very good reasons why you should never ignore an abscessed tooth. Let’s take a look at some of them…

Signs of underlying conditions

Almost always, a tooth abscess will develop because an existing condition has been left or simply not dealt with. For example, if a deep cavity were to go untreated and/or not properly repaired, it will eventually turn into an abscess. So not only do you have the painful abscess to contend with, there’s also the underlying condition too. In other words, it’s nature’s way of telling you that there is something very wrong with your teeth or gums that needs addressing.

Pain is often substantial

If you’ve ever been in the unfortunate position of having an abscess, you’ll know that abscess tooth pain is often substantial. It’s often characterised by facial swelling and pain can be agonising to the point of sickness. In addition, however, patients can also suffer from dizziness, hot and cold flushes and neck/head pain with many patients being on the receiving end of two or more symptoms, making it very easy to misdiagnose.

Your overall health can suffer

When an abscess is left to its own devices, things can get pretty unpleasant. Aside from a lingering and horrible taste in the mouth, it’s possible that the abscess can turn into an open sore and start to weep profusely. As it does so, any remaining pus, bacteria, and decaying white blood cells can spread to other parts of the body. While it’s extremely rare for dental abscesses to be lethal in this day and age, it’s only because abscessed tooth treatment is readily available. While tooth infections are usually mild, they can in very rare cases, overwhelm the immune system causing severe problems.

So what’s the treatment?

usually, the first thing a dentist will do is to give you antibiotics. This is to first eradicate any pain and to stop the spread of infection. Once any pain has died down, your chosen dentist can now deal with the problem. This is often, but not always, the tooth itself. In most cases a root canal has to be performed, following up with the fitting of an artificial crown. This can be carried out as an after-treatment to a dental emergency in Manchester if needs be.

As you can see. When it comes to an abscess, tooth pain can be resolved pretty quickly provided you seek abscessed tooth treatment fast. Remember if you delay, you may find that you’ll be whisked in as a dental emergency in Manchester, faster than you might think and that can be both daunting and costly. So if you have any signs of tooth problems we urge you to pay us a visit. Call the home of gentle dentistry on 0161 485 7376 today.





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Abscessed Tooth Treatment

Let’s face it, anyone needing abscessed tooth treatment is likely to be in quite a lot of pain. In fact, while many people experience an intense throbbing pain at the source, did you know that it can also spread to the jaw, ears, or neck? In severe cases, if left untreated, patients can have difficulty in opening their mouth and or swallowing/breathing. For these reasons, it’s advised that you contact us for emergency dental treatment in Manchester.

So how can we help?

First and foremost, these type of symptoms mustn’t be ignored and should be considered a dental emergency. Manchester patients can rest assured that whatever time of the day or night, we’ll do whatever we can to get you out of pain fast.

Once in the dental chair, we’ll conduct a thorough examination of the infected area. Then once we’re sure of the cause of your tooth problem, abscessed tooth treatment can begin. The first step is to alleviate the pain; so we’ll look to drain any pus from any visible accessible areas and then we’ll prescribe a course of antibiotics to take down any swelling and also to stop the infection from spreading further. Any pain should immediately be minimised and after taking anti-biotics, is usually eradicated totally after two – three days.

The next stage is usually carried out during a second or third appointment after undergoing emergency dental treatment in Manchester. However, the nature of the abscess very much dictates the type of treatment you’ll receive.

For example, when dealing with an abscess on the gum (periodontal abscess) it’s important, once the abscess has been eradicated, to close the pocket where the abscess has developed. This is done using a technique called root planing and makes the gum tissue fold back tightly onto the underlying part of the tooth to avoid further infection getting in. This may be carried out by either the dentist or our hygienist.

Alternatively, If the abscess is periapical in nature (Eg – the infection has started in, or has spread to the tooth) then one of the most common procedures is a root canal. During this procedure, any infected pulp tissue is cleaned out and backfilled with a synthetic material before being sealed once more. In most cases, the tooth will then be fitted with a dental crown in order to protect it and maximise tooth life.

Remember, trying to ignore a problem tooth will only make it worse. Instead, call Church Road Dental and Cosmetics for abscessed tooth treatment. We’re experts in gentle dentistry and our dental emergency Manchester team have the knowledge and skills to get you out of pain fast. So if you’re experiencing any kind of tooth pain, don’t delay, call us on 0161 485 7376  right now!

 

 

 

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Abscessed Tooth Treatment

If you’ve ever had the unfortunate experience of a dental abscess, tooth pain can be excruciating. Not only is it a painful and unsightly condition, as far as your dental health goes, it’s also a fairly serious one. That being the case, if you’re reading this because you suspect you might have an infection, it’s extremely important that you visit a dentist and undergo abscessed tooth treatment without delay.

Now we know many of you hate the thought of going to dentist, but by avoiding a quick emergency visit and leaving an abscess, tooth pain, swelling and pressure will only worsen and it could even eventually lead to other health problems.

Don’t worry, we’re not trying to scare you, but the point we’re trying to make is this – it’s only if you don’t visit your dentist for treatment that you’ll need to worry. In fact, abscesses are easily treated and in most cases won’t leave any lasting damage.

What exactly is an abscess and what causes it?

Without being too descriptive, a tooth abscess is a collection of pus that develops because of a bacterial infection in the mouth. It’s quite common and can grow either inside the tooth (periapical abscess) or on the surrounding gum (periodontal abscess). It causes pain and swelling that won’t go away unless properly treated.

Most commonly, a dental abscess is a result of an untreated cavity. When the decay travels down to the centre of the tooth, it kills off the nerve and then infection begins to accumulate and form into an abscess.

In addition, gum disease can also be a cause. This is because when plaque (which contains bacteria) isn’t removed from the teeth properly, it irritates the gums, causes them to pull away a little and leaves space for the bacteria to move in and form an abscess.

So how do I know if I’ve got a dental abscess?

In the vast majority of cases the first thing you’ll know about a dental abscess is tooth pain. They’ll make themselves known, by causing obvious issues such as pain, pressure and swelling. On the other hand, sometimes they’re a bit sneakier and just hang around in the background for months or even years. But typically, symptoms of a dental abscess are:

• Swollen face or gums
• Severe toothache
• Pain when biting together
• An unpleasant taste
• A high temperature
• Bad breath

It’s really important to make an emergency appointment with your dentist as soon as possible if you’re experiencing any of the above symptoms and suspect you might have an abscess. Tooth pain can be managed in the meantime by taking over-the-counter pain relief but is only a temporary fix until you receive proper abscessed tooth treatment.

NOTE – It’s also important to realise that sometimes when the nerves in the tooth die because of the infection that’s caused the abscess, tooth pain may suddenly then disappear. Although being out of pain is great, it doesn’t at all mean that the infection is magically healed. The infection will remain there even if the pain subsides and continue causing more destruction until it’s treated once and for all by your dentist.

But what does abscessed tooth treatment involve?

Well there are a two main ways we might choose to treat an abscess, all really depending on the severity of the infection and state of the tooth affected. To drain the abscess we might:

Perform root canal treatment – to remove the infected nerve, clean it out thoroughly and then repair the tooth with a crown to preserve it.

Extract the tooth – if the abscess is severe and too much damage is done, the tooth will need to be removed in order to drain the abscess.

In either case, antibiotics will likely be prescribed alongside treatment, to help fight the infection and promote healing.

Let’s talk Prevention

We’ve all heard that ‘prevention is better than cure’ and in this case prevention is better than pain as well. But taking into account how dangerous an abscess can be, it makes good sense to have a great oral hygiene routine in place that will help prevent an abscess from ever developing in the first place. As usual, we’re talking about the importance of brushing twice a day, flossing and using a fluoride toothpaste. Of course, let’s not forget the need to visit your dentist regularly for check-ups and hygiene visits as well.

TOP TIP – We also suggest replacing your toothbrush every 3 months but also after any illness, whether bacterial or viral.

Remember too that eating a diet with a high intake of sugar increases your risk of tooth decay, which in turn leads to the risk of an abscess. So although you don’t like to hear it, avoiding too many sugary snacks is also a good preventative measure! Last but not least, if you play any contact sports, wearing a mouth guard during activity is always a good idea, as it helps to avoid any dental injuries, which can sometimes lead to abscesses as well.

So there you have it, hopefully everything you need to know about dental abscesses and how to prevent them. So if you have an abscess, tooth pain, swelling or any of the symptoms above and need abscessed tooth treatment, we know a team that can help. Don’t delay in visiting our emergency dental service, call us now on 0161 486 0743. We’re here ready and waiting to get you out of pain and get back to full dental health.

 

 

 

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