Tooth Infection - How Long Before It Becomes A Real Danger To Your Health?
Hello,
I put off a bad tooth infection for 2-3 months now (just because I dont like dentists), but then the pain became unbearable so I decided I had to go! He is putting me on antibiotics, but is it possible the infection has spread? Is it possible its too late and this will kill me even if i start the antibiotics tomorrow???
So how long does a tooth infection really neeed to cause some damage to your health?
Thanks,
Adam
By Keith, September 17, 2009 @ 1:38 am
The antibiotics will take care of it.
Trust your doctor.
By usman, September 17, 2009 @ 2:25 am
well dear tooth infection can not make you dead..
it will be better with antibiotics.. if not then tooth will have to be pulled.
take pain killers too
By Retired, September 17, 2009 @ 2:31 am
One of the problems you face with an infection in a tooth is the infection spreading into the jaw. That is when real problems start. I’m sure he took an x-ray to make sure the infection was not at this stage or he has set up another appointment with you. Good Luck
By cs r, September 17, 2009 @ 2:56 am
You are two months too late to ask this question. Never neglct a tooth disorder for more than a fortnight’s time.At least now, tke care. urgently.
By Mr. Vincent Van Jessup, September 17, 2009 @ 3:04 am
Doctors now understand the connection between heart health and oral health. A raging oral infection can effect the heart from early on. At 2-3 months, I hope you have acted in time and all systems are fine.
By Veraciou, September 17, 2009 @ 3:48 am
antibiotics can only heal pain and kill germs for only a few days but after that it will still come back. if i were you go to the dentist it won’t harm you anyway coz they will inject you with anesthesia and it won’t hurt after it will only build a lot of pus inside your tooth even worst if the dentis will open your bad tooth and you’ll be surprise what’s inside (worm) and your face will get bigger because of the infection