The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, making it painless. A dental surgeon incises the mucous membrane at the site of the abscess to allow the accumulated pus to drain and reduce pressure in the tissues. In many cases, a drain \u2013 a thin strip of sterile material \u2013 is inserted to assist in further discharge removal over the following days. <\/p>\n
Severe toothache accompanied by facial or gum swelling<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Presence of purulent discharge, fever, general malaise<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Visible pus blister or swelling in the oral cavity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Lack of response to pharmacological treatment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Rapid pain relief and reduction of swelling<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Inhibition of infection spread<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Shortening of treatment time<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Opportunity to commence further therapy (e.g., root canal treatment)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
An untreated abscess can lead to serious complications, including periostitis, cellulitis, or even sepsis. Therefore, at Stomo Clinic, we place particular emphasis on swift action and accurate diagnosis. If you suspect you have an abscess, do not wait \u2013 schedule an urgent surgical appointment. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Effective and rapid abscess incision \u2013 pain relief and prevention of complications<\/strong><\/p>\n A dental abscess is one of the most painful and dangerous consequences of an untreated oral infection. It manifests as severe pain, swelling, gum redness, and sometimes fever. In such cases, immediate surgical intervention \u2013 an abscess incision and drainage \u2013 is necessary. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n