At Garden View Dental Care in Buckinghamshire, emergency dentists will see you on the same day as you call if you have a suspected tooth abscess.

What is an abscessed tooth?

An abscessed tooth is a painful infection at the root or between the gum and a tooth. It’s most commonly caused by severe tooth decay. But if you visit, the emergency dentist may find other causes, such a broken or chipped tooth,gingivitis or gum disease.

These problems can cause openings in the tooth enamel, which canallow bacteria to infect the centre of the tooth (called the pulp). The infection may also spread from the root to the bones supporting the tooth.

How do I know if I should visit the emergency dentist?

There are several symptoms that indicate an abscessed tooth and require a visit to the emergency dentist. These include: a severe, continuous toothache, resulting in gnawing or throbbing pain or sharp or shooting pain; fever, pain when chewing, sensitivity of the teeth to hot or cold, a bitter taste in the mouth; foul smelling breath; swollen neck glands; general discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling; red and swollen gums; a swollen area on the upper or lower jaw; and an open, draining sore on the side of the gum.

It is important to see the Buckinghamshire emergency dentist even if the pain subsides. This is because the pulp in the root of the tooth may have died as a result of infection. However, this doesn’t mean the infection has healed; the infection remains active and continues to spread and destroy tissue. Therefore, if you experience any of the above listed symptoms, it is important to see an emergency dentist.

What treatment will I receive from the emergency dentist in Buckinghamshire?

The emergency dentist may drain the abscess through the tooth by a procedure known as root canal therapy. Root surgery may also be recommended to remove any diseased root tissue after the infection has subsided. Then, a crown may be placed over the tooth.

The tooth may also be extracted, allowing drainage through the socket.Finally, the emergency dentist may drain the abscess by incision into the gum tissue.