An abscess is a confined pocket of pus that builds up within the body. A dental abscess forms within the teeth, in the gums or even the bone holding the tooth in place. A periapical abscess is located ...

A dental abscess, or tooth abscess, is a buildup of pus that forms inside the teeth or gums. A dental abscess typically comes from a bacterial infection, often one that has accumulated in the soft ...

When bacteria gets into the root of a tooth, it can cause a buildup of pus. This kind of infection is called an abscessed tooth, or a periapical abscess. These infections don’t go away on their own, ...

Alexandria, VA, USA - At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental ...

An abscessed tooth can cause throbbing pain. But treatment may reduce your symptoms in a few days. Not treating an abscessed tooth can lead to potentially severe complications. An abscessed tooth is a ...

Before any dental treatment is provided it is essential that the patient's symptoms have been correctly diagnosed. Conditions causing dental pain on first presentation may include pulpitis (reversible ...

An abscess is a pus filled, swollen tissue. It is caused by a bacterial infection. The body’s response to the infection is sending white blood cells to fight the bacteria. This results in the ...