what will a tooth abscess do if the tooth isn't pulled?
102597
an abcess is an infection, which will spread into your blood stream and cause a secondary infection somewhere else, like your lungs, or brain, or heart. You should probably get it cleaned out soon.
553785
If the Dental provider didn't prescribe you any antibiotics, I would make sure and keep the area clear of debris with a spray bottle of water and just rinse it out (the empty space) with tepid salt water after each meal (but try and eat on the other side if possible) and before bed. Be careful, do it lightly, as you don't want the blood clot to come out, that is when you will wake up out of a dead sleep and WANT an injection from the dentist!! Keep on carefully brushing and flossing the rest of your teeth, and rinse well afterwards, mouthwash wouldn't hurt, but not necessary in my opinion. Keep it clean and don't eat anything at a restaurant, just soft food, slowly, and carefully rinse out anything that may try to get in the space. Some people put gauze in there, but that could prevent the clot from forming and if there are bacteria in there, it may allow it to grow underneath it. I'd just try and keep it clean. Water pik on very low if you have one.
25447
If your tooth is loose it probably means that infection has surrounded the root of your tooth and not even a root canal can save it, if there is no other option but to pull it, go with the implant if you have the money, if not, i would recomend the small partial(at least until you save for an implant) because if you go with the fixed bridge that means that your adjacent teeth would have to be filed down and thats not a good idea unless they have decayed also.\ntake care, bye.
736517
Well, bacteria from the tooth can inflame and irritate the throat, that's for sure.  It can also swell a gland in the neck.\n\nWhen the infection in the tooth, or the tooth goes, it should get much better.\n\nTry gargling in the meantime.  With a salt water solution.  Saline can really help, as long as you don't have blood pressure problems.\n\nBut get to the dentist as soon as you can, do not pass go or collect 200 dollars.
861575
IN THE "OLD DAYS", IF A TOOTH LOOKED BAD AT THE BARBER (SINCE BARBERS WERE ALSO DENTISTS), THEY WOULD JUST PULL IT. \n\nTHE HEALTH IMPLICATIONS ARE THAT YOUR HEART IS CIRCULATING INFECTED BLOOD (THE DRAINING ABSCESS) THROUGHOUT THE BODY.\n\nWHAT THIS DOES TO YOUR HEALTH IS DRAMATIC. MANY ORGANS IN THE BODY. THIS AFFECTS YOUR  HEALTH IN A VARIETY OF WAYS.\n\nHAVING A LONG TIME DRAINING ABSCESS IS IN ESSENCE A SENTENCE TO SLOW, UNKNOWN, NEEDLESS SUFFERING.
923685
if you don't think you are healing , then go back to the dentist immediately!! You should not put your tounge any where near the  places you had the teeth pulled from, i know this is hard to do because your tounge automatically will want to go there, it soothes the pain when you do this, about the blackness, i am not sure what that is but i would call the dentist first thing monday morning and inquire about what you see and feel, good luck-get better soon
357557
This depends on what caused it to tear and split.  If it is due to an injury it should heal on its own.  If it is torn due to neglect of proper care, then you may need to see a dentist and have them diagnose the cause of the problem.  This could be a chronic or acute infection that needs immediate care to prevent tooth loss.
499027
If your tooth is swollen, it is probably infected like a couple people have mentioned--or abscessed.  You get an abscess when you have a cavity that goes all the way through  the enamel and second layer of the tooth (dentin) and winds up in the pulp and root, where it becomes infected and painful.  Sometimes, you get these cavities below the gumline, so occasionally there's nothing you can really do to prevent them, besides good regular dental care.  I've been unlucky enough to have a couple abscessed teeth in my life, and even with the appropriate care, I still got them.  I would see a doctor for sure, so you can get the infection under control and get some relief!!!
1149190
Be brave and call the dentist.\n\nIn the meantime take Advil to help with pain and inflammation.
956625
if its a loose tooth, make sure to pull it straight up or it might grow back in crooked. if its not loose then you need to go to the dentist.
734838
Not after a month has passed.  Go back to the dentist before it leads to further problems.
374548
If it is infected then the dentist will prescribe you an antibiotic to take for a week to 10 days and then have you return to have the tooth extracted.  An infected tooth is considered a 'hot' tooth and hot teeth just will not get numb, therefore, you will be experiencing extreme pain during the procedure because you will feel everything that is happening.  The purpose of taking the antibiotic first is so that the tooth will numb and the procedure is more comfortable for you.  Therefore, it's in your best interest to take the antibiotic and clear up the infection before the extraction.
1109233
You bet. It's a known and commona&#92; symptom of gingivitis. You should get a dental check up asap. Gingivitis without treatment can lead to further problems. Your dentist can help you to prevent it from becoming worse by teaching you proper hygiene.\nGood luck
499546
Not really sure of the question but if he has bacteria in his mouth he will probably get a prescription for an oral mouth rinse and maybe some antibiotics to go with that. If his teeth have gone bad they will probably be pulled if they can not be saved and he will receive a denture or partial depending on the number of teeth left and the condition of them. All of this depends also on the amount of money available.
835317
Abcess.. Oh yeah! \nBasically, your tongue popped it and the 'uaually' yellowish color was the infection. Yes, you now need to get the doctor (dentist) and have him/her xray it and get you started on antibotics. If the tooth is able to be saved, then yes.. Root Canal Treatment, is going to be needed. Then a crown, is needed. If the tooth cant be saved, then he'll pull it. They'll need an x'ray to determine how bad the infection was and if any bone loss has occured. Thats how they'll decided if it can be saved or not. \n\nBTW... Warm salty rinses, is GOOD ADVICE! BUT.. wont stop it from coming back. It's a temp, fix.  \n\nGood Luck....
249731
If there is an infection in the tooth that is not treated with antibiotics then the infection can spread to other areas of the body.  Left untreated you could find yourself in the hospital for a long vacation or at the worst it could kill you.
818123
It is quite possible that the tooth has some kind of infection and it is affecting this gland.\nWhen a tooth or gland is infected or swollen it causes pain to radiate along the nerve that supplies that tooth or gland\nBefore you have a tooth removed,if it is infected you need a course of antibiotics or pulling an untreated tooth can spread infection to proportions that would amaze you.\nIf it is a swollen gland that is affecting the tooth,antibiotics will treat this as well.\nTry some warm salt water mouth rinses 3-4 times a day and try some hot packs on that side of your face. May not work but it certainly won't hurt.