Abscess tooth fistula

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Avatar m tn Judging by your description, it is most likely a fistula which is a tract that forms from the abscess of your infected tooth that escapes out to the gums. As long as the fistula in intact, your abscess can drain and slow down the spread of the abscess but if the fistula closes up, the abscess can spread rapidly through your face or neck area. I would recommend seeing a dentist and getting treatment started.
Avatar n tn Additionally, since its a front tooth, I would be more willing to take a risk to try to preserve the tooth for cosmetic reasons as well. If there is a fistula that allows the pus to drain, it can remain somewhat stable over long periods of time but if that fistula is blocked, it can result in rapid spread of infection elsewhere.
Avatar f tn Hi, lump in the gums above and adjacent to the teeth most commonly can be tooth abscess or fistula opening due to infected tooth. You may just check out any frank cavity or food imapaction area in related teeth to the swelling. In such case you may need antibiotics and root canal treatment of the affected tooth with the help of a dentist. Other possibilties could be pyogenic granuloma, fibroma, periodontal abscess etc. Check out with local dentist to confirm.
Avatar n tn When was the last time you saw a dentist? It may be a fistula (parulis) which is a small opening from an abscess. Its like end of a garden hose and the pus is draining out of it. It would be best to see a dentist to get it evaluated.
Avatar f tn Its possible that the infection could travel and spread although the presence of a fistula is a good thing. The pus that is created is actually leaving the abscess through the fistula and preventing it from spreading usually. The fever and headache can be from the infection of the tooth although if a root canal was performed, it should be fine.
Avatar f tn It sounds like what is called a fistula. Infection inside the tooth finally finds its way out. It will make a path to the outside and when it reaches the gum it forms a bump. It does sound like you may have an infected tooth. Taking care of it now is really your only option. If you wait, and it is an infection, eventually the fistula will get larger and the infection will spread to the periodontal ligament and bone.
Avatar n tn I would recommend seeing a dentist for it. It sounds like it might be a fistula (drainage) from an abscess. Especially if you're using warm salt water to draw material out. The good news is that since its draining, it won't swell up too much in your jaw so you're not in any immediate danger of a severe abscess but if it closes up, it may not have anywhere to escape and the pus will cause a swelling in the area, possibly going to the eye or down the neck.
Avatar n tn Hi, I had a dental abscess in February last year on one of my front bottom teeth which was treated with a root canal and antbiotics. It seemed ok but about 2 months ago a small hole appeared on the gum in front of this teeth which sporadically leaks pus and the tooth feels sore now and then (with varying intesity of pain). My dentist has prescribed 2 courses of amoxicillin now but this has not fixed the problem. Any advice on what I should do now?
Avatar n tn Hello, This persistent abscess that does not get cleared with antibiotics is called Parulis as this elevated nodule is actually an opening of fistulous tract from some chronic abscess either in association with tooth (periapical abscess) or gum abscess or could be sinus in your case. As I can not do physical exam hence can not say for sure about the origin of the abscess. It needs x-ray and second opinion of a dentist who can examine.
Avatar f tn Good question. The reason why the fistula probably isn't bothering right now is because as the infection grows and produces pus, it drains out of your fistula into your mouth. If the fistula ever closes though or gets plugged, then there is no escape for the pus and it'll swell inside your jaw and can cause a severe abscess or swelling, or it may attempt to leave through another space in your head which can be very dangerous.
Avatar f tn Most likely you have an abscess due to a fistula or you have fissures which are tiny cuts that can bleed and also abscess. You need to see your GI who may want you to consult a colorectal surgeon. They are the doctors that will drain an abscess and treat the fistula. Untreated, you will probably get worse. Mine started out like that and the fistula kept rooting until it found my vagina. Since an abscess is an infection, it can make you septic if untreated. Get it looked at ASAP.
Avatar f tn I would recommend seeing a dentist as soon as possible. It sounds like you have an abscess with a fistula, which is a small drain that releases pus from the infection in the jaw. It may need a root canal or it may possibly be another tooth next to it. Seeing a dentist would definitely be the best thing to do to find out what steps need to be taken to fix the infection.
Avatar n tn Hello, This persistent abscess which does not clear with antibiotics is called Parulis as this elevated nodule is actually an opening of fistulous tract from some chronic abscess either in association with tooth (periapical abscess) or gum abscess or could be sinus in your case. As I can not do physical exam hence can not say for sure about the origin of the abscess. It needs x-ray and second opinion of a dentist who can examine.
Avatar n tn 3 and a 1/2 years later the root canaled tooth became infected (abscess) and my endodontist performed another root canal to make sure that all the canals had been "sterilized". After the re-treat, the pain went away. However, my root canaled tooth has become infected once again. The problem is that right now i do not have access to any dental care since i am working on a very small island in the Caribbean.
Avatar n tn s endodontically related to a problem with the tooth, but a periodontal abscess could also cause a similar issue. There are also perio-endo and endo-perio combined events that can occur. Go see your dentist and have the area and tooth examined.
Avatar f tn Sorry for another question. Is the perianal abscess or the opening of an anal fistula considered as an open sore/wound? Many thanks in advance.
Avatar n tn I am 24 and have never in my life had a cavity or any other dental problems including any need for braces. I do still have 4 baby teeth that never had anything behind them and the tooth that is giving me some pain might be one of the 4. I have a small sore bump in the gum of my right lower canine. The pain is not much and can only be felt at times and is sore to the touch. The slight swelling is a big concern. What could this be and what can I do for it?
Avatar f tn i have a abscess on my gums behind my tooth .. what should i do ? im scared !!!!
Avatar f tn Having an implant placed in an area that has an abscess is not the best choice. Funny enough, just on Monday, my father needed his tooth number 7 removed due to an abscess and need for an implant and I only removed the tooth, we will wait a few weeks and then place the graft at that time (in his case he has lost much bone on the front part of the jaw bone) and then place the implants. I would recommed a CT scan always.
Avatar f tn May want to have a rectal- ultrasound to see where the abscess (fistula) is and find out if the abscess is gone. I'm on Medicaid and they covered the tests and surgeries.
Avatar f tn Last spring I developed a perirectal fistula due to a previous abscess. This does not seem to be related to the birth of my third child as she was born in June 2007 and I developed the abscess in December 2007. In June 2008 I had the first stage of a fistulectomy, in which the surgeon placed a seton (drain) inside the fistula. The second stage of the surgery involves the removal of the seton and the insertion of a "plug" to heal the fistula.
1666982 tn?1445198395 The reason I have reocurring fistulas was due to a abscess that was opened from the wrong direction, by a gynecologist. So maybe another abscess.
1666982 tn?1445198395 In November 2008 found a abscess that was opened the wrong way that lead to a fistula that spread infection back almost to my bowel. The first Seton was June 2009 a Cutting Seton (the first one didn't take). Nor did the LIFT procedure. On May 2, 2012 I had my second Seton placed for a anal fistula .I am still not healed a year later. Had last one removed in October 2012. My blood work shows my lymph % finally reach 20 this month. It was 16 and 12 before. Shouldn't it be healed by now?
Avatar f tn I was wondering if anyone here has had surgery to close a fistula? I had an abscess a month ago, and it led to a fistula that would not heal. So, I have elected to have the surgery, to get the quality of life back I deserve, as I am a otherwise healthy, active young mother of 2. I am nervous, since I have never had surgery. I don't know what to expect, or how long to expect for a recovery.
Avatar m tn Yes the tests are uncomfortable, but you could have abscess or internal hemroids. No waying of knowing until you are examined. If it is an abscess & you don't get it taken care of there is a chance it will turn into a fistula & then it will be an uphill battle to cure it... I have dealth with abscess/fistula for now 3 yrs....NOT ANY FUN, so please go get it checked out..