The pain can be sharp, sudden and shoot deep into the nerve endings of the teeth. Other signs you might notice are your teeth looking longer or the appearance of the roots at the base of your teeth. Less obvious symptoms of an exposed tooth root are red, swollen or bleeding gums, ...
Introduction: Root canal treatment (RCT) is a common dental procedure performed by general dentists and endodontists. It is prone to complications, such as the wrong tooth treatment. The objective is to study the prevalence of wrong tooth RCT (WTRCT) among dental healthcare practitioners in ...
Beyond just the failure of its root canal treatment, when coronal leakage occurs your tooth may suffer additional consequences. Recurrent decay. The accumulation of bacteria inside your tooth, especially over the longer term, can result in the formation of tooth decay. If this condition is not di...
Other signs of a tooth infection due to gum swelling include: A gum boil Pimple Abscess Tooth or Gum Discoloration Inadequate blood flow causes tooth pulp to die, causingdiscoloration. Discoloration can signify an infection or damage to your dental pulp. A common sign of discoloration is darker ...
Abscessed teeth are divided into types, based on the location of the problem. Periapical abscess This type of abscess forms when bacteria invade the pulp of your tooth's root. The pocket of pus is around your tooth's root, and the infection can go all the way to the tip of the root ...
An abscess happens when the infection spreads all the way past the ends of the roots of the tooth. An infection in the root canal of a tooth can also cause: Swelling that may spread to other areas of the face, neck, or head Bone loss around the tip of the root Drainage problems ...
Toothaches are caused by decayed tooth( 龋齿 )or other factors like gum diseases, fractured(断裂的 ) teeth, tooth root sensitivities, etc. When these conditions are not treated, the tooth damage worsens and pain intensifies(加剧) . Even if the majority of the people are ignorant about the ...
Toothaches can present in various ways, depending on the cause and location of the pain. Here are some of the most common types: Throbbing Pain: This severe toothache and pulsating pain often indicate an abscess or infection, putting pressure on the tooth's nerve. Sharp Pain: This qu...
Cracks can become filled with bacteria from plaque and cause inflammation in the pulp of the tooth. In more severe cases, it may lead to abscess and infection. Teeth grinding or clenching. This can wear down enamel. Plaque buildup. Long-term use of mouthwash. Some over-the-counter mouth...
Even gum disease can mimic the throbbing pain around teeth that can feel similar to root canal pain. Other reasons for root canal Abscess (infection): If a tooth has become abscessed, it will require a root canal. An abscess is an infection that forms when the pulp of the tooth dies ...