Abscessed Tooth Treatment: How Dentists Stop Infection Fast

Abscessed Tooth Treatment: How Dentists Stop Infection Fast

An abscessed tooth is a serious dental emergency caused by a bacterial infection. This is not something to delay.

Symptoms of an Abscessed Tooth

• Severe toothache
• Swollen gums or face
• Pus or bad taste in the mouth
• Fever or general illness

An untreated abscess can spread infection to the jaw, sinuses, or bloodstream.

How Emergency Dentists Treat Abscesses

• Draining the infection
• Antibiotics (when necessary)
• Root canal treatment or extraction

At Todays Dental @ Saluda Pointe, abscessed tooth treatment focuses on stopping infection fast while protecting your overall health.

Book emergency dental care today if you’re experiencing pain, swelling, trauma, or signs of infection.

When to see a dentist: an abscess never resolves on its own — most infected teeth are saved with root canal treatment in Lexington, and the sooner you’re seen, the more we can save.