# periodontitis # gingivitis # brushingyourteeth # periodontalabscess Periodontal Dentistry- Poor Oral Health- Concept of brushing teeth Dental plaque and inflammation of gingivitis- A periodontal abscess is a pocket of pus in the tissues of the gum. It looks like a small red ball pushing out of the swollen gum. An abscess can occur with serious gum disease (periodontitis), which causes the gums to pull away from the teeth. This leaves deep pockets where bacteria can grow. If tartar builds up too much, or if food gets stuck in the pockets, pus forms. If the pus can't drain, it forms an abscess. An abscess can cause a fever and a throbbing pain in nearby teeth. It can also cause long-term damage to your teeth and gums. The teeth may get loose and fall out. The infection can spread to another part of your body. In most cases, your dentist will give you antibiotics to stop the infection. He or she may need to cut open (lance) the abscess so that the ...
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