A dental abscess is an acute infection that can cause intense pain, swelling, and serious complications if not treated promptly.L’ascesso dentale è un infezione acuta che può causare dolore intenso, gonfiore e complicazioni importanti se non trattata tempestivamente.
It is one of the main dental emergencies and requires rapid intervention.

WHEN IT IS AN EMERGENCY

An abscess may present with:

• swelling of the gums or face
• pain when pressing
• feeling of a “high” tooth
• possible fever or malaise

In these cases, it is essential not to wait.

WHAT WE DO IMMEDIATELY

During the emergency visit, we intervene with:

• immediate diagnosis
• drainage of the infection
• opening of the tooth, if necessary
• targeted drug therapy

The goal is to stop the infection and quickly reduce pain.

RESULT

• swelling reduction
• pain relief
• stabilization of the situation

The patient quickly returns to a comfortable condition.

AFTER THE EMERGENCY

Once the acute phase has been resolved:

• we plan the definitive treatment, root canal treatment, or another solutionpianifichiamo la terapia definitiva, devitalizzazione o altra soluzione
• to prevent recurrence and preserve the tooth