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Why Do My Teeth Keep Abscessing?
Why Do My Teeth Keep Abscessing?
Marcus Vance••8 min read
A periapical tooth abscess usually occurs as a result of an untreated dental cavity
dental cavity
Cavities are permanently damaged areas in the hard surface of your teeth that develop into tiny openings or holes. Cavities, also called tooth decay or caries, are caused by a combination of factors, including bacteria in your mouth, frequent snacking, sipping sugary drinks and not cleaning your teeth well.
, an injury or prior dental work. Dentists will treat a tooth abscess by draining it and getting rid of the infection. They may be able to save your tooth with a root canal treatment, but in some cases the tooth may need to be pulled.
Why do my teeth keep getting infected?
A tooth becomes infected when bacteria gets into the tooth through a chip, crack, or cavity. Your risk factor for a tooth infection increases if you have: poor dental hygiene, including not brushing your teeth 2 times a day and not flossing. a high sugar diet, including eating sweets and drinking soda.
How do I stop my teeth from pulsing?
Try these tips to soothe throbbing tooth pain if you cannot see your dentist immediately:
Rinse your mouth with warm salt water.
Gently floss to remove food or plaque between teeth.
Apply a cold compress to your jaw or cheek.
Take over-the-counter pain medication like acetaminophen.
Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.
