Dental abscesses are pockets of pus and bacteria that develop in or around the teeth. If an abscess is left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss, sinus infection, and more serious health problems. Here is an overview of the types and symptoms of dental abscesses and how they are treated.
Dental Abscess Types
The classification of a dental abscess is based on where the infection started in your mouth. Abscesses that are located inside of the tooth attacking the pulp are known as periapical abscesses.
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Do you ever find yourself hesitating to smile or holding back simply because your smile isn't as pretty or nice as you would like it to be? This is a common reason many people do not smile more often, and not smiling because of this can interfere with life. Here are some of the effects this problem can have in your life and what you can do to change this.
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As people look for new ways to lose weight, one of the more popular trends lately has been the paleo diet. Also referred to as a caveman diet, the simplicity of the diet involves eating only foods and items that were available to cavemen. While switching to this diet can help with weight loss, you must also consider other factors that the diet may impact, like your teeth. As you transition to the diet, it's a good idea to consider how dental implants can positively impact this diet.
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If you need to have dental crown work done but don't want to use anything with metal, you may wonder if there are other options open to you. Although metal and porcelain-fused-to-metal, or PFM, crowns are excellent options, they may not be right for you if you have allergies to metal or if you simply don't like the look of metal. One of the things you can do is ask a dentist about all-ceramic crowns.
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If you are one of the nearly 20 percent of Americans with an overwhelming fear of the dentist, avoidance may be your first choice. It isn't necessarily the best choice, though. If you need dental work, you'll have to find a way to overcome that fear in order to have it done. One of the things you should talk to your dentist about is the possibility of sedation for your dental work.
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