When does a phlegmon appear and how to treat it?
It may not be one of the most serious ailments, but it is certainly one of the most annoying. The famous phlegmons or dental abscesses are bacterial infections of the gums.
The origin is the communication of the mouth with the periodontal tissue of the tooth, i.e. the supporting tissues of the tooth. It is usually due to untreated decay that reaches the pulp tissue of the tooth, or nerve, initially causing pulpitis, necrosis and creating an abscess. However, in addition to caries, it can appear due to periodontal disease, trauma or constant pressure, or tonsillitis that has become complicated.
Symptoms are usually easy to identify as they are easily visible, as they cause a noticeable swelling of the jaw. The first thing to do to prevent further discomfort is to identify the disease as soon as possible and deal with it as soon as possible.
Buthow can phlegmon be cured and, above all, how can we prevent it?
At Clinicas Udemax we recommend that the first thing you do is to come and see us. The pain can be intense and it will be better that we get to work immediately.
Otherwise, if you try to treat it on your own, the pain will not be completely eliminated and will recur repeatedly.
Normally, in a first consultation we will prescribe antibiotics to eliminate the infection and anti-inflammatory drugs to reduce pain and swelling.
In addition, after a few weeks, after the phlegmon has been controlled, we will determine whether any additional procedures are necessary,
As it is a bacterial problem, the best way to prevent our mouth from possible phlegmons is to maintain a rigorous and scrupulous oral hygiene. The cleaning of teeth and gums is the basis of optimal oral health, with which we can avoid this type of infection, as well as other diseases of the mouth.
How do you know if it is a phlegmon?
- Severe, throbbing pain
- Tooth sensitivity when eating hot or cold food or drinks.
- Bad taste in the mouth
- Visible swelling of the face or cheeks.
- General malaise.
- Halitosis or bad breath.
- Fever if the infection is very advanced.
- Gingival inflammation (gum inflammation).
- Difficulties in eating or opening the mouth normally, if the pulp has become necrotic, the tooth will turn a dark colour.
If you feel any of these symptoms, make an appointment immediately and we will receive you at any of the Clinicas Udemax.
Take care of your mouth and you will be taking care of your health.
