{"id":76285,"date":"2025-03-19T14:43:26","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T14:43:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/?p=76285"},"modified":"2026-07-09T14:39:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T14:39:53","slug":"infected-tooth-extraction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Extract a Tooth That Is Infected"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"76285\" class=\"elementor elementor-76285\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a67305 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3a67305\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18c90f7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"18c90f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"da-eeat-card\" id=\"da-eeat-card\">\r\n  <div class=\"da-eeat-left\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" \r\n      id=\"da-reviewer-image\"\r\n      class=\"da-eeat-avatar\"\r\n      src=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/burak-cezairli.webp\"\r\n      alt=\"Assoc. 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308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Uncontrolled infection during extraction can spread bacteria to tissues or the bloodstream.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 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In many cases, tooth extraction may be an option to prevent infection from spreading. However, alternative treatments such as antibiotics or root canal therapy should be considered first. In severe infections, immediate extraction may be risky, making dental evaluation essential. Thanks to modern treatment methods, infected teeth can often be saved without extraction.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Alternar tabla de contenidos\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: 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Extracted?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Antibiotic_Treatment_for_Infected_Teeth\" >Antibiotic Treatment for Infected Teeth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Infection_Treatment_Before_Tooth_Extraction\" >Infection Treatment Before Tooth Extraction<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Is_Extracting_an_Infected_Tooth_Risky\" >Is Extracting an Infected Tooth Risky?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Can_Infection_Spread_After_Tooth_Extraction\" >Can Infection Spread After Tooth Extraction?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Healing_Process_After_Abscessed_Tooth_Extraction\" >Healing Process After Abscessed Tooth Extraction<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Infected_Tooth_Treatment_and_Alternative_Solutions\" >Infected Tooth Treatment and Alternative Solutions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Root_Canal_vs_Tooth_Extraction_%E2%80%93_Which_Is_Better\" >Root Canal vs. Tooth Extraction \u2013 Which Is Better?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Laser_Treatment_for_Infection_Removal\" >Laser Treatment for Infection Removal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Can_Antibiotics_Alone_Treat_an_Infected_Tooth\" >Can Antibiotics Alone Treat an Infected Tooth?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/infected-tooth-extraction\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Infected_Tooth_Extraction\" >Frequently Asked Questions About Infected Tooth Extraction<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_an_Infected_Tooth\"><\/span>What Is an Infected Tooth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>An infected tooth is a condition where bacterial infection affects the inner structure of the tooth and surrounding tissues. It can result from cavities, gum disease, trauma, or failed root canals.<\/p><p>As the infection progresses, symptoms like severe pain, sensitivity, redness, swelling, and sometimes bad breath may occur. If left untreated, the infection can spread to the jawbone and surrounding tissues. In some cases, it may enter the bloodstream, leading to systemic infections that challenge the immune system.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_Infected_Tooth_Be_Extracted\"><\/span>Can an Infected Tooth Be Extracted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Dentists are often asked whether they can extract a tooth with an abscess, and while extraction is sometimes necessary, it should only be performed after the infection is brought under control.<\/p><p>An infected tooth can be extracted, but if the infection is not controlled, extraction may lead to further complications. Dentists often prescribe antibiotics first to reduce the infection before proceeding with extraction.<\/p><p>If the infection is widespread, alternative treatments like root canal therapy or drainage may be used instead of immediate extraction. Extracting an acutely infected tooth is generally not recommended, as it may facilitate the spread of infection.<\/p><table><thead><tr><th>Condition of the Infected Tooth<\/th><th>Recommended Approach<\/th><th>Reason<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Mild infection, no abscess<\/strong><\/td><td>Root canal treatment<\/td><td>Infection can be cleaned while saving the tooth<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Localized abscess present<\/strong><\/td><td>Drainage + antibiotics<\/td><td>Reduces pressure and controls infection before further treatment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Severe, spreading infection<\/strong><\/td><td>Antibiotics first, delayed extraction<\/td><td>Immediate extraction may spread infection<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extensive decay or root fracture<\/strong><\/td><td>Tooth extraction<\/td><td>Tooth cannot be structurally saved<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weakened immune system<\/strong><\/td><td>Infection control before extraction<\/td><td>Reduces risk of systemic complications<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Antibiotic_Treatment_for_Infected_Teeth\"><\/span>Antibiotic Treatment for Infected Teeth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Antibiotic treatment may be necessary for severe tooth abscesses or infections. It is commonly used in the following cases:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p>The infection has spread to the gums and jawbone.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Symptoms such as high fever and swollen lymph nodes are present.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Drainage is not possible, requiring urgent infection control.<\/p><\/li><li><p>The patient has a weakened immune system, increasing the risk of complications.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Infection_Treatment_Before_Tooth_Extraction\"><\/span>Infection Treatment Before Tooth Extraction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Before extracting an infected tooth, infection control methods such as drainage, root canal therapy, and antiseptic rinses can be used.<\/p><p>Mild tooth infections can be managed with the following steps:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p><strong>Drainage Procedure:<\/strong> In abscessed cases, the accumulated pus can be drained to relieve pressure and pain.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Root Canal Therapy:<\/strong> If the tooth can be saved, root canal treatment can remove the infection from inside the tooth.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Saltwater or Antiseptic Rinses:<\/strong> These can help reduce bacteria and lessen the severity of the infection.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Extracting_an_Infected_Tooth_Risky\"><\/span>Is Extracting an Infected Tooth Risky?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>If the infection is severe, tooth extraction can pose risks. Removing a tooth without controlling the infection may allow bacteria to spread into the bloodstream and lead to serious health problems.<\/p><p>If an abscessed tooth is removed without prior treatment, bacteria can spread to surrounding tissues and the bloodstream. The inflammation may intensify <a href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/first-night-after-tooth-extraction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">after extraction<\/a>, causing increased swelling and pain, which can slow the healing process. Therefore, dentists typically drain the abscess first, prescribe antibiotics, and proceed with extraction only after infection control.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Infection_Spread_After_Tooth_Extraction\"><\/span>Can Infection Spread After Tooth Extraction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>If a tooth is extracted without treating the infection, bacteria can spread to the gums, jawbone, or even the bloodstream.<\/p><p>To prevent infection spread, follow these precautions: \u2714\ufe0f Take antibiotics before extraction (if prescribed by a doctor). \u2714\ufe0f Keep the extraction site clean. \u2714\ufe0f Use antiseptic mouth rinses as recommended by the dentist. \u2714\ufe0f Ensure the abscess is fully drained.<\/p><p>If symptoms like fever, severe swelling, or persistent pain occur after extraction, seek dental care immediately.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Healing_Process_After_Abscessed_Tooth_Extraction\"><\/span>Healing Process After Abscessed Tooth Extraction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Healing after an abscessed tooth extraction typically takes 7\u201310 days. The extraction site gradually recovers, but precautions should be taken:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p>Avoid hard foods for the first 24 hours.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Refrain from smoking, alcohol, and hot foods for the first 48 hours.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Use saltwater rinses and prescribed antiseptic solutions for the first 7 days.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Apply cold compresses to reduce swelling and pain.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Infected_Tooth_Treatment_and_Alternative_Solutions\"><\/span>Infected Tooth Treatment and Alternative Solutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>The goal of treating an infected tooth is to prevent infection from spreading and to save the tooth whenever possible. Tooth extraction is considered a last resort since preserving the tooth is generally a healthier long-term solution.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Root_Canal_vs_Tooth_Extraction_%E2%80%93_Which_Is_Better\"><\/span>Root Canal vs. Tooth Extraction \u2013 Which Is Better?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Whenever possible, root canal treatment is preferred to save the tooth. However, if the infection is severe or the tooth structure is compromised, extraction may be necessary.<\/p><p>Root canal therapy aims to clean the infection while preserving the tooth. It removes infected nerves and tissues, eliminating inflammation. If the tooth root remains intact, treatment can be successful.<\/p><p>If most of the tooth is decayed, extraction may be required. Severe bone loss or root fractures also necessitate extraction, followed by prosthetic solutions such as implants or bridges.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Laser_Treatment_for_Infection_Removal\"><\/span>Laser Treatment for Infection Removal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Laser therapy is often used to save infected teeth and can be combined with root canal therapy. It eliminates bacteria and accelerates healing, reducing the need for antibiotics.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Antibiotics_Alone_Treat_an_Infected_Tooth\"><\/span>Can Antibiotics Alone Treat an Infected Tooth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Antibiotics do not completely eliminate dental infections. They are usually prescribed to control infection before a root canal or extraction. However, if the infection reaches the tooth root, mechanical intervention such as a root canal or extraction is necessary.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Infected_Tooth_Extraction\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About Infected Tooth Extraction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-470876a elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"470876a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7440\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7440\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can a tooth infection spread to the body? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7440\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-134e7a2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"134e7a2\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-afcf10c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"afcf10c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, if untreated, a dental infection can enter the bloodstream, leading to severe infections or even sepsis. Early intervention is crucial.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7441\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7441\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What are the symptoms of an infected wisdom tooth? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7441\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-947b6b8 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"947b6b8\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b1c1d7a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b1c1d7a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Swelling, redness, jaw pain, difficulty opening the mouth, and bad breath are common. In severe cases, swollen lymph nodes and jaw sensitivity may occur.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7442\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7442\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What happens if a tooth abscess bursts on its own? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7442\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3db4bd7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3db4bd7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ef134b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ef134b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Pain may temporarily subside, but the infection can still spread. Professional treatment is necessary.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7443\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7443\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How is a tooth abscess drained? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7443\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52fd648 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"52fd648\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79ccb24 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"79ccb24\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A dentist drains the abscess under sterile conditions. Attempting self-treatment can worsen the infection.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7444\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7444\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How to prevent infection after tooth extraction? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7444\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ffe9929 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ffe9929\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0fcd38b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0fcd38b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Follow your dentist\u2019s advice, take prescribed antibiotics, and maintain oral hygiene to aid recovery.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7445\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7445\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What if antibiotics don\u2019t cure a tooth infection? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7445\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e0162c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1e0162c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9768182 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9768182\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Antibiotics alone cannot eliminate a tooth infection. Additional dental procedures like drainage, root canal, or extraction are needed.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7446\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"7\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7446\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What are the signs that a tooth infection has spread? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7446\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a17948 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4a17948\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-69c9efa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"69c9efa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Fever, facial swelling, difficulty swallowing, rapid heartbeat, and breathing issues indicate systemic infection.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7447\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"8\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7447\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is a month-long tooth abscess normal? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7447\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae4cd84 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ae4cd84\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbd0633 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bbd0633\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>No, a persistent abscess requires immediate dental care to prevent complications.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7448\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"9\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7448\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can a dentist extract a tooth with an abscess? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7448\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-94d56e2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"94d56e2\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04f7980 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"04f7980\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A tooth with an abscess can be extracted, but only after the infection is reduced or drained. Immediate extraction without infection control can increase risks, so dentists typically prescribe antibiotics or perform drainage before removing the tooth.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Written by DentAkademi Editorial Team Medically reviewed by Assoc. Prof. Burak Cezairli Last updated: Loading&#8230; Key Takeaways An infected tooth occurs when bacteria reach the inner tooth, causing pain, swelling, and risk of spread. 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