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Urgent symptoms
Trouble breathing or swallowing, or severe spreading facial swelling, needs emergency medical care. Call 911 in the US when you need emergency help. A suspected dental abscess or a knocked-out permanent tooth needs urgent dental attention.
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Learn about this optionWhat treatment is best?
There is no single best treatment for everyone. Your diagnosis, the condition of the tooth and supporting tissues, health history, goals and budget all affect the choice. Ask what happens with each option, including delaying treatment, and what follow-up it needs.
Answers to common questions
What is the best treatment for a cavity?
Early mineral loss without a hole may respond to fluoride and prevention. A cavity with a hole usually needs a filling; more extensive damage may need other treatment. A dentist checks its depth and whether the tooth can be restored. Treatment should match the problem, rather than automatically choosing the most expensive option.
Why do my gums bleed, and do I need a deep cleaning?
Bleeding can be a sign of gum inflammation. Gingivitis may improve with effective daily cleaning and professional care. Periodontitis involves damage to the tissues supporting teeth and may need scaling and root planing or further treatment. An examination and gum measurements help distinguish them.
Do antibiotics cure a toothache or dental abscess?
Antibiotics do not repair decay or remove an infected tooth’s damaged tissue. For many dental pain and swelling problems, dental treatment is the priority. Fever, feeling unwell or spreading infection can change the need for antibiotics. Contact a dentist promptly; do not use leftover antibiotics.
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