It is the advanced state of untreated dental pulp inflammations. The infection, which progresses from the pulp to the bone, makes its way to the root tip and reaches the gingiva by spreading within the bone.
There may be pain that starts spontaneously or increases during chewing in the tooth that causes the abscess.
Before the abscess occurs, it causes mild swelling, pain and sensitivity in that area. The most important factor in the formation of abscess is the patient’s delay in treatment. Swelling may occur in the face, neck and lymph nodes. In the treatment of abscess, the abscess should be drained first.
Following this, root canal treatment or tooth extraction can be performed. It is absolutely necessary to use antibiotics to prevent systemic diseases. However, medication should not be taken without consulting a doctor.