This presentation provides information about the types of dental abscesses and how they can be treated.

1. Knowing About Dental Abscess
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2. Dental abscess definition:
•It is a condition characterized by local pus
production as a result of bacterial infection.
Frequently happens at the gums or on the
tooth.
•A throbbing pain will be felt at a spot in the
inflamed gums.

3. Types of dental abscess:
Periodontal abscess –
•Located in the periodontium.
•Pus has accumulated in the supporting bone
tissue structures (local).

4. Types of dental abscess:
Gingival abscess -
•An abscess that affects the gum line.
•Trapped bacteria or a gingival issue may be
the cause for the abscess.

5. Types of dental abscess:
Periapical abscess
•Pus accumulation in the tooth pulp.
•A very painful abscess because the nerves in
the pulp are very sensitive.

6. Causes of dental abscess:
•Poor dental hygiene.
•Erosion of tooth enamel.
•Untreated periodontitis where patient is
given antibiotics regimen.
•Weak immune system due ailments like
diabetes.
•Chemotherapy or steroid medication side
effects.

7. Causes of dental abscess:
•Tooth trauma (chipped or broken).
•Consumption of sweet, starchy food or
beverages.
•Dental procedures that mistakenly created
periodontal pockets.
•Gum damage that is untreated.

8. The Albuquerque General Dentist can
suggest the following methods as treatment
for dental abscess:
•Root canal procedure
•Drainage via incision on the area
•Surgery to remove the tooth.
Treatment of dental abscess: