“How can I get rid of a tooth infection ?”
I have a tooth infection and want to treat it. How can I get rid of a tooth infection? Should I see a dentist?
6 Answers
YES
Absolutely! You had to see a dentist at least once a year to PREVENT infections. Run to your dentist right away because tooth infection is very close to your brain!
You need to see a dentist for sure.
Once a tooth abscesses, the only treatments that give lasting relief are root canals or extraction. So, yes, you need to see a dentist.
If you know it’s a gum infection—marked by swollen, red, and bleeding gums that’s tender or painful to touch—you should see a periodontist immediately. The periodontist can easily diagnose whether the infection is a result of gum disease, tooth cavity, or root canal. Once an infection has been established, there is little to nothing that you can do at home to eliminate the disease.
John U. Choi, DDS, PhD
John U. Choi, DDS, PhD
Go to the dentist.
