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Did you know that a tooth infection or tooth abscess can actually kill you? It is common to hear people dying from infections in other parts of their body as a result of an infected wound which becomes septic. Similarly, a tooth abscess can become deadly if it spreads to the rest of your body. Leaving your infected tooth untreated can make the infection spread to your bloodstream. If you have a tooth infection, here are the signs and symptoms to look out for to prevent the infection from spreading to the rest of your body. 1. Fever  Fever is usually a common manifestation of an infection in the body, whether viral or bacterial. This is your body’s way of fighting off infections in the body. By increasing the body temperature, a fever creates an unconducive environment for the bacteria in an attempt to kill them. 2. Swollen face If you notice any kind of persistent swelling around the area of the infection, it is advisable to see a doctor immediately as this is a sign th...

Root canal treatment? Root canal treatment is used to save and repair a tooth that is decayed or infected. This treatment is recommended if the roots of your teeth have been affected by dental cavities. The procedure requires removing the nerve and pulp and cleaning the tooth, before sealing the tooth with a synthetic filling material. Failure to receive treatment, the surrounding tooth could become infected, which could lead to the formation of abscesses . This treatment also allows you to keep your tooth instead of removing it. Here is a guide to root canal treatment success and failure Root canal treatment stages Root canal treatment is done in three main stages. Stage 1: Removing the pulp The first step involves removing gross infection and dead nerve that is inside your root canal. At this stage, you are put under anaesthesia to allow the dentist access to the soft tissue in the middle of the tooth. Stage 2: Clean and fill the root canal The dentist the...