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How do you care for your tooth now if you had a major infection and had to get it pulled?
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∙ 17y ago
Gargle warm water with salt in it and spit it out. Do this 3 - 4 times a day. Salt is good for toughening up the gums (I do it every day) and also to help heal faster.
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How can you tell the difference between pain and infection from wisdom teeth?
Unless there is a nerve exposed, the pain typically comes from an infection. Depending on the circumstances, most dentist will not work on the tooth until the infection is taken care of first. The patient is usually given an antibiotic, which will take care of the infection, thus reducing the pain.
What to do when you have a hole in your gum next to your tooth?
Visit your dentist immediately. If it is an infection, care and treatment will keep further problems from happening. It could be a cavity.
What to expect after tooth pulled?
Some minor bleeding and a bit of an ache. This can all be taken care of with a little bit of paracetamol and rest. Good luck! x
When is emergency dental care necessary?
If tooth pain persists for more than 24 hours you should seek dental care. This could be the sign of an infection which can spread to other parts of the body and can put your health at risk.
Top right wisdom tooth pulled five days ago now have horrible earache?
You probably have dry socket! I know it sounds bad, but apparently its pretty easy to take care of! Get to your dentist ASAP!
If after 2 yrs a root canal and crowned tooth has infection and it is taken care can you still lost the tooth?
I believe you meant to ask if it is possible to save such a tooth. Well it all depends on the present condition of such a tooth. It is technically possible to remove the crown, then remove the root canal filling and redo the whole thing. But wheteher it is worth the time effort and money would have to be evaluated on a case by case basis.
Dental caries can be defined as?
Dental caries can be defined as bacterial infection which damages the tooth enamel and makes holes in the teeth. It is normally called as tooth decay. Cavities are the main cause that results in tooth decay if not taken care on time. Proper attention, cleaning and good eating habits should be considered by people.
Do tooth extractions hurt a lot?
When you go to get a tooth pulled there is a reason, maybe it was already hurting. The dentist will put you to sleep for a minute or give you a shot to numb the area, you will feel little to nothing when it gets pulled. And nearly every time, after the tooth is pulled you will feel much, much better.But it will hurt a bit later and if you don't take care of the spot were your tooth got pulled you may get a dry socket I had four pulled out yesterday. The worst bit is afterwards. You cannot feel a thing when they take the teeth out, apart from the dentist tugging it. but that don't hurt at all. The injections arent that bad either (unless it hits a nerve vessel, which mine did) apart from that its fine- ishh :)
What is an infection present in a health care facility and transmitted by health care workers to the patient?
It is called nosocomial infection.
How do you care for you mouth after all of your teeth are pulled?
After all of your teeth are pulled, you will need to be very careful and keep bleeding to a minimum and avoid dry sockets. There will be much more chance of infection as well with all of the teeth being pulled.
What is the difference between getting your tooth pulled and getting a root canal?
A root canal would almost never be done on a Wisdom Tooth. But it is when they open the top of the tooth and remove all of the nerves in the roots. They leave the roots and fill them with a special material. Then they put a filling in the tooth. The tooth will also need a crown put on it to keep it healthy. Having your Wisdom Teeth removed is when they take out the very last molars in your mouth. They are called Wisdom Teeth. Very few people have room for these teeth to fit properly in their mouth. Each person has one on the top right, top left, bottom right and bottom left; four wisdom teeth. A root canal is done to save a tooth and keep it in mouth. The removal of a tooth consists of extracting it. Which is better? Depends on many factors. Can you use your wisdom tooth if you keep it? Will that wisdom tooth replace another molar that has previously extracted? The best would be to discuss it with your dentist.
Tooth abscess?
DefinitionA tooth abscess is a collection of infected material (pus) resulting from a bacterial infection in the center of a tooth.Alternative NamesPeriapical abscess; Dental abscess; Tooth infection; Abscess - toothCauses, incidence, and risk factorsA tooth abscess is a complication of tooth decay. It may also result from trauma to the tooth, such as when a tooth is broken or chipped. Openings in the tooth enamel allow bacteria to infect the center of the tooth (the pulp). Infection may spread out from the root of the tooth and to the bones supporting the tooth.Infection results in a collection of pus (dead tissue, live and dead bacteria, white blood cells) and swelling of the tissues within the tooth. This causes a painful toothache. If the pulp of the tooth dies, the toothache may stop, unless an abscess develops. This is especially true if the infection remains active and continues to spread and destroy tissue.SymptomsThe main symptom is a severe toothache. The pain is continuous and may be described as gnawing, sharp, shooting, or throbbing.Other symptoms may include:Bitter taste in the mouthBreath odorGeneral discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feelingFeverPain when chewingSensitivity of the teeth to hot or coldSwollen glandsof the neckSwollen area of the upper or lower jaw -- a very serious symptomSigns and testsThe patient will feel pain when the dentist taps the tooth. Biting or closing the mouth tightly also increases the pain. The gums may be swollen and red and may drain thick material.TreatmentThe goals of treatment are to cure the infection, save the tooth, and prevent complications.Antibiotics may be given to fight the infection. Warm salt-water rinses may be soothing. Over-the-counter pain relievers may relieve the toothache and fever.Do NOT place aspirin directly over the tooth or gums, because this increases irritation of the tissues and can result in mouth ulcers.A root canal may be recommended in an attempt to save the tooth.If there is a severe infection, the tooth may be removed or surgery may be needed to drain the abscess. Some people may need to be admitted to the hospital.Expectations (prognosis)Untreated abscesses may get worse and can lead to life-threatening complications.Prompt treatment usually cures the infection. The tooth can usually be saved in many cases.ComplicationsLoss of the toothMediastinitisSepsisSpread of infection to soft tissue (facial cellulitis, Ludwig's angina)Spread of infection to the jaw bone (osteomyelitis of the jaw)Spread of infection to other areas of the body resulting in brain abscess, endocarditis, pneumonia, or other complicationsCalling your health care providerCall your dentist if you have a persistent, throbbing toothache.PreventionPrompt treatment of dental caries reduces the risk of tooth abscess. Traumatized teeth should be examined promptly by the dentist.
