Dental abscess
Seriousहिंदी: रुकी हुई दांत की सड़न · தமிழ்: நிறுத்தப்பட்ட பல் சிதைவு · ಕನ್ನಡ: ನಿಲ್ಲಿಸಿದ ಹಲ್ಲು ಕೊಳೆತ · తెలుగు: ఆగిపోయిన దంత క్షయం · বাংলা: থেমে যাওয়া দাঁত ক্ষয় · मराठी: थांबलेली दात किडणे · ગુજરાતી: અટકી ગયેલો દાંતનો સડો
About this condition
A dental abscess is a pus collection from bacterial infection, causing severe throbbing pain and swelling. This is common in India due to delayed dental care and requires urgent treatment. Antibiotics and drainage are needed to prevent spread of infection.
Common symptoms
severe toothacheswelling of gums or facefeverpus dischargebad taste in mouthdifficulty opening mouth
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When to see a doctor: within 24 hours
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Dental abscess?
severe toothache, swelling of gums or face, fever, pus discharge, bad taste in mouth, difficulty opening mouth.
When should I see a doctor?
within 24 hours
Is Dental abscess common in India?
Dental abscess is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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