Dental patients in the San Diego area may wonder what would happen if they didn’t seek quality dental care on a regular basis. The answer isn’t pretty.
A common result of untreated cavities are abscesses. A tooth abscess is an infection near the root of the tooth or between the gum and the tooth. This collection of pus can be very uncomfortable, either causing a shooting pain or a dull throbbing pain. You may also experience bad breath, fever, swollen neck glands, and feelings of general discomfort associated with the infection.
Tooth abscesses can also be caused by a chip or a crack in the tooth that allows bacteria to enter.
To avoid unpleasant dental problems like abscesses, have regular visits with your Hillcrest, Mission Hills, or Bankers Hill dentist. With daily brushing and flossing and regular check-ups and cleanings, you can keep your mouth in peak health.
If you are looking for quality dental care in the San Diego area, come visit us here at Marcos Ortega DDS. Dr. Marcos Ortega has been a dentist in San Diego since 1986.
We can also answer any questions you have about smile makeover procedures such as dental crowns, veneers, teeth whitening, dental bonding, gum contouring, and dental implants.
Marcos Ortega DDS offers:
Dental implants
Sedation dentistry
Dental crowns
Teeth whitening
Call 619-295-4545 to schedule an appointment!