u003cstrongu003eCan a dental abscess be dangerous?u003c/strongu003e

Les abcès dentaires, surtout s'ils sont correctement traités, ne causent généralement pas de problèmes graves ou à long terme. Cependant, s'il n'est pas traité ou s'il est mal traité, un abcès dentaire grave peut potentiellement entraîner des complications, voire graves.

u003cstrongu003eAre dental abscesses contagious?u003c/strongu003e

Non ils ne sont pas. Les abcès dentaires ne se transmettent pas d'une personne à une autre.

Comment prévenir les abcès dentaires ?

Comme les abcès dentaires sont le plus souvent le résultat de caries dentaires ou de maladies des gencives entraînant des bactéries dans la pulpe vulnérable de la dent ou dans une poche gingivale, la première ligne de prévention consiste à prévenir les caries et les maladies des gencives. Cela implique de maintenir une bonne hygiène dentaire, notamment :

u003cstrongu003eWhat foods are safe to eat and drink after treatment for a dental abscess?u003c/strongu003e

Many people find it best to eat soft, bland foods after treatment for a dental abscess, as there may be some mouth pain.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn26u0022u003e[26]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e Foods such as milkshakes, bananas, applesauce, yogurt, cooked cereals, scrambled eggs, mashed potato and custard or soft pudding may be suitable.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn27u0022u003e[27]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e It is important to ensure that the affected person stays well hydrated.

u003cstrongu003eWhat is pericoronitis?u003c/strongu003e

Pericoronitis is a condition involving infection in the gum that covers an unerupted tooth, the operculum. It is particularly associated with wisdom teeth, especially impacted wisdom teeth. Sometimes the gum above the unerupted tooth breaks, and bacteria lodge in the damaged tissue, causing infection.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn28u0022u003e[28]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003ecute cases of pericoronitis can have symptoms such as pain in the jaw and pain when the affected person opens their mouth, as well as swelling and fever. Bad breath may also be a symptom.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn29u0022u003e[29]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e Abscesses can also occur. Chronic pericoronitis may present with mild inflammation that comes and goes.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn30u0022u003e[30]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e u003cstrongu003ePericoronitis will require the treatment and care of a dentist.u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003ePericoronitis can be treated with warm salt-water rinses and antibiotics such as metronidazole, phenoxymethylpenicillin, or erythromycin.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn31u0022u003e[31]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e

u003cstrongu003eCan dental abscesses affect wisdom teeth?u003c/strongu003e

Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, usually erupt into the mouth in late adolescence. Occasionally, due to the position of the other teeth in the mouth, there is not enough space for them and as a result, impaction may occur. Impaction can occur at any age and means that the teeth cannot erupt properly and get stuck completely or partly below the surface of the gum. Although this does not always cause problems,u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn32u0022u003e[32]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e it can cause pericoronitis, an inflammation (see above), which may then develop into an abscess.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn33u0022u003e[33]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e

u003cstrongu003eCan a dental abscess cause swelling but no pain?u003c/strongu003e

Yes. However, this is a cause for concern: if an abscessed tooth that has been painful initially stops being painful, it generally means that the affected tooth has died. Pain may also lessen considerably if the abscess ruptures and drains. u003cstrongu003eIt does not mean that the abscess is gone,u003c/strongu003e however.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn34u0022u003e[34]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e Infection can still spread and become very serious even if the tooth is not painful, and u003cstrongu003ethe affected person should see a dentist as soon as they can.u003c/strongu003e

u003cstrongu003eAre all dental abscesses visible?u003c/strongu003e

Non. Les abcès dentaires qui développent une fistule ou un furoncle sont visibles, mais il est possible qu'il n'y ait aucun signe visible qu'un abcès s'est formé. Si quelqu'un éprouve des douleurs à la bouche et/ou l'un des symptômes énumérés ci-dessus, il devrait consulter un dentiste pour déterminer la cause de la douleur, même s'il ne peut rien voir d'anormal dans la bouche.

u003cstrongu003eCan a dental abscess be hard?u003c/strongu003e

While most abscesses are usually soft and warm to the touch, occasionally they can feel firm or even hard to the touch.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn35u0022u003e[35]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e Anyone with a suspected abscess, jaw swelling, jaw pain, or tooth pain who feels a hard lump in the mouth should see a dentist as soon as possible.

u003cstrongu003eCan dental abscesses develop next to or underneath a crown, dentures, dental implant, or a dental bridge?u003c/strongu003e

Yes. Dental work such as crowns or implants can cause dental abscesses, but only if they are improperly done, damaged or broken. Crowns are often used to help preserve a tooth after a root canal has been done, meaning that they are attached to a tooth that is already compromised.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn36u0022u003e[36]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e Although it is rare for abscesses to affect crowns, it is possible. Dentures can cause injury to the gums beneath them if they do not fit properly;u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn37u0022u003e[37]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e an injured gum is vulnerable to infection. It is important to make sure that dentures fit properly, and it is necessary to replace any denture that does not fit properly to reduce the risk of infection, injury, and poor dental hygiene. Dental implants are used to replace missing teeth and are not natural teeth.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn37u0022u003e[37]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e They are a little more susceptible to mechanical stress and therefore to colonization by bacteria that may lead to abscesses. However, most dental implants are successful.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn38u0022u003e[38]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e Dental bridges do not have roots and cannot themselves become abscessed, but it is possible for one of the supporting teeth on either side of the bridged tooth to become abscessed.

u003cstrongu003eCan trauma or an injury to the mouth cause a dental abscess?u003c/strongu003e

Yes. A trauma like a blow to a tooth, or, over the longer term, increased wear and tear, such as might result from chronically grinding or clenching teeth, can damage structures of the tooth and therefore increase the risk of a dental abscess developing by bacteria having easier access to this tooth’s sensitive areas.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4792u0026amp;action=edit#fn39u0022u003e[39]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e

u003cstrongu003eCan dental abscesses appear under the tongue?u003c/strongu003e

An abscess under the tongue is not a dental abscess, but it could possibly be the result of a dental abscess that has led to Ludwig’s angina, a form of cellulitis that affects the tissue below the tongue, below the lower jaw, and the floor of the mouth. u003cstrongu003eLudwig’s angina is a medical emergency, and the affected person should seek medical help in a hospital without delay.u003c/strongu003e

Qu'est-ce qu'un abcès dentaire ?

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## What is Dental Abscess?

A dental abscess is a ⁤collection of pus that forms‍ in the tooth or its surrounding tissues due to a bacterial infection. The infection⁤ typically originates from a cavity‌ or an‌ injury to the tooth enamel.

**Keywords:** Dental abscess, tooth infection, caries, gum disease

### Signs and Symptoms

Dental abscesses can cause ⁤a range of symptoms, including:

* Severe tooth pain, ‍especially when biting or chewing

* Swelling of the gums and face

* Bad breath

* Fever

* Chills

* Difficulty swallowing or breathing (in severe cases)

**Keywords:** Dental pain, swelling, bad breath, fever, chills

### Causes

Dental abscesses are most commonly caused ⁢by bacteria entering the tooth through a cavity or a crack in ⁤the ⁣enamel. Other causes include:

* ⁢Gum‌ disease

* Poor oral hygiene

* Trauma to the ⁣tooth

* ⁤A weakened immune system

**Keywords:** Cavities, gingivitis, periodontitis, oral hygiene, ⁣dental trauma

### Types of Abscesses

There are three main types of dental abscesses:

* **Periapical abscess:** Infection ⁣at the tip of the tooth root.

* **Periodontal abscess:** Infection in the gums surrounding the tooth.

* **Gingival abscess:** Infection⁢ in the gums near the surface of the tooth.

**Keywords:** Periapical abscess, periodontal⁣ abscess, gingival abscess

### Diagnosis

Dental abscesses are ‌typically diagnosed during a dental examination. The dentist will assess the tooth and surrounding tissues for ⁢signs of infection and may take X-rays to identify the extent of ‍the abscess.

**Keywords:** Dental examination, X-rays

### Treatment

Treatment ‌for dental abscesses typically involves:

* Antibiotics⁣ to clear the infection

* Drainage‍ of the abscess

* Root ‍canal therapy to remove the‍ infected⁤ pulp from the tooth

*⁢ Extraction of the tooth if the infection is severe

**Keywords:** Antibiotics, ⁤drainage, root canal, extraction

### Prevention

To prevent ‍dental abscesses, it ‌is important to:

* Maintain good ⁤oral hygiene by brushing and‌ flossing regularly

* Visit the dentist regularly for cleanings and⁣ checkups

* Treat cavities promptly

**Keywords:** Oral hygiene, dental cleaning,⁣ dental⁤ checkup