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Are Tooth Abscesses Common?
Are Tooth Abscesses Common?
James H. Sterling••7 min read
A tooth abscess, or dental abscess
dental abscess
An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms around the root of an infected tooth. Anyone, from children to the elderly, can get one. If you have one, it won't get better on its own. You need treatment from a dentist or endodontist -- a specialist who can help save your tooth.
, is an infection of the mouth, face, jaw, or throat that begins as a gum infection, tooth infection, or cavity. These infections are common in people with poor dental health and result from lack of proper and timely dental care.
How common is it for a tooth abscess to spread?
There is little chance that a tooth infection will spread to other parts of the body. Patients that have any of the below symptoms should call our office right away. Infections that spread can be life threatening and should be taken seriously.
Are tooth abscesses rare?
For your average person, a dental abscess may only occur once in a lifetime. However, this does not mean that they are not serious and that they cannot occur more often due to bad luck, uneven oral hygiene or any number of factors.
