Abcsess tooth or gum emergencies
An emergency abscess of the tooth can originate from one or a combination of more varied dental issues such as long term tooth decay, teeth that are broken or cracked and advance periodontal disease, all of which may lead to a tooth ache emergency and may require the services of an emergency dentist.
When the problem occurs
Although the word 'emergency' often brings to front of mind an action that is fast and sudden, in the case of a dental emergency, it is actually a long term neglect of untreated dental problems that usually results in an abscess tooth emergency. It is therefore only the last and often painful "rupture" in the abscess process that generates the actual emergency.
Regular dental visits
Periodical visits to your dentist can prevent, detect and take care of such dental problems before an emergency need arises. If for whatever reason you have not been fortunate enough to track such damage with your dentist in the past it is always a good idea to book a consultation with Dentist Bondi Sydney's Principal Dentist, Dr. Andrew Sih, and ensure that you have no emergency surprises.
Pain is the most common precursor for any emergency visit, however there are more dangers that could be apparent beyond the aspect of pain when dealing with an abscess. Abscess of the tooth can go as far as to perforate the surrounding bone and lead to leaking into the surrounding tissue resulting in swelling. Lymphatic glands may provide a clue as to whether this is happening in your situation as your neck may become swollen as a result of an infection.
At Dentist Bondi's Bondi Beach Dental Surgery we identify three different types of abscess tooth emergencies being :
Gingival and Periodontal Abscess Emergency
Periapical Abscess Emergency
Previous Poorly Treated Abscess Emergencies