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A tooth abscess, or dental abscess, is an infection of the mouth, face, jaw, or throat that begins as a gum infection, tooth infection, or cavity. These infections can be commonly seen in patients with poor dental health and result from lack of proper and timely dental care. Different kinds of tooth abscesses include: • Periapical: This is the most common type. It happens when bacteria infect the pulp inside one of your teeth. • Periodontal: This is when bacteria infect your gums. • Gingival: This type is usually caused by something that gets stuck in your gums, like a food particle or a broken tooth. Symptoms of a tooth abscess typically include: • Pain • Oral Swelling • Redness of your mouth and face • A bad taste in your mouth • Sensitivity to hot or cold foods or liquids • Fever • Tenderness with touch • Pus drainage • A hard time fully opening your mouth or swallowing Long standing infections are really painful, many a times local aesthesia might not even work as the infection neutralises its effect of numbing your pain. In severe cases like these, immediate pus drainage with minimal discomfort is possible only through Lasers. If you think you have an abscess, you can call us immediately and book an appointment with usor walk in to our Clinic at Chennai or Salem.

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