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What would the white pustule over front tooth on gum be?
An Abscess indicating that a there is infection present in the nerve of the tooth. You need to get to a dentist ASAP. If this is the case you will more than likely be put on an antibiotic until the infection is cleared up and the tooth can be treated.
Had a root canal where the prognosis was guarded due to crack in tooth. More than a year later the gum on the outside above tooth is swollen what are the possible causes?
Abcess, where bacteria has set up an infection at the end of the tooth's root.Might be a gum infection.Either way, get to a dentist. Any infection should be treated, especially one in the head region.
The part of the tooth visible above the gum-line?
The part of a tooth that is exposed and above the gum is called "crown", not to confuse with a crown that is prothesis to restore a heavily damaged tooth. The part of a tooth that is hidden inside the bone is called "root".
Lump under the gum of an abcessed tooth it doesn't hurt but it comes and goes?
A lump that is under the gum of an abscessed tooth is likely to be an infection. It is necessary to see a dentist who can determine the best course of treatment and prevent further damage.
Your tooth broke off at the gum?
tooth broke off at gum line
My tooth itself above the gum doesn't hurt but under the gum where my tooth meets the gum it hurts This has been going on for a day or two is it a cavity?
most likely it is a cavity but u might just have an infection try to take maybe a toothpick and clean it out either like that or spray water at it
If I have a gum infection under my molar do you think my dentist will pull it out because I'm scared of needles?
Fear of needles is not a rationale for extracting a tooth. On the other hand, if you refuse to consent to having the tooth or gum treated, extraction may be the only acceptable alternative. That raises the question, will you have the tooth without use of local anesthetic? That will probably hurt a lot more than a needle to numb the tooth and gum.
How could a dental checkup not reveal gum disease that causes a nagging toothache and possible tooth loss?
when the infection is deep in and not on the surface
Can cephalexin be used to treat tooth abscess or a gum infection from food lodged in gum?
Yes, but you should see a doctor to have the cause of the infection removed and not just take some cephalexin you may have left over from something else! You should be treated for 7-14 days for this to work properly.
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.
There is a lump on my gum over a bad tooth what is this lump?
An indication of infection - quite possibly the start of an abscess - needs checking out because it can become very painful and untreated the infection can spread to your blood.
If your gum swells up above a tooth what does it mean?
Swelling of the gum above a tooth may indicate gum disease like gingivitis or periodontitis. It could also be a sign of an infection or abscess in the gum tissue. It is important to see a dentist for proper diagnosis and treatment.
