Dental Infection
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When swelling, pain, or pus appears around a tooth, it is usually a dental infection: the buildup of bacteria affecting the tooth or the tissues surrounding it, often as a result of advanced tooth decay or an untreated injury.
Common symptoms: You may have intense pain, swelling of the gum or face, sensitivity, a bad taste in the mouth, and sometimes fever.
When should you see a doctor? It is important to seek prompt care, especially if there is growing swelling, fever, or difficulty opening the mouth, since the infection can spread.
Which specialist treats it? A dentist is the one who evaluates and treats the infection; in cases that affect deeper structures, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon may get involved. Seeing a professional without delay helps control the problem and take care of your health.
Data on 28,776 doctors who treat dental infection
Which specialist treats dental infection?
A dental infection should be evaluated by a dentist, who determines the right course of care. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon or a pediatric dentist may be involved depending on the case. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in dental infection
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Frequently asked questions
What is dental infection?
When swelling, pain, or pus appears around a tooth, it is usually a dental infection: the buildup of bacteria affecting the tooth or the tissues surrounding it, often as a result of advanced tooth decay or an untreated injury.
Which doctor treats dental infection?
A dental infection should be evaluated by a dentist, who determines the right course of care. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon or a pediatric dentist may be involved depending on the case. Find these specialists.