Clinical term
dental abscess
A collection of pus caused by bacterial infection at the root tip or in the gum. Typical signs are throbbing pain, swelling and a tooth that is tender to bite on.
Also called: periapical abscess, tooth abscess
Reviewed by Dr. Amit Sharma, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Last reviewed 3 September 2026
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Where we discuss dental abscess
- Differences Between a Tooth Abscess and Gum Abscess
- Dental Abscess Spreading to Face and Neck Warning Signs
- Signs Your Tooth Infection Has Spread to the Body
- Persistent Periapical Abscess After Root Canal Treatment
- Periapical Abscess Symptoms Drainage and Root Canal
- Why Antibiotics Alone Cannot Cure a Tooth Abscess
- Incision and Drainage Procedure for Severe Dental Abscesses
- Life Threatening Complications of an Untreated Tooth Infection
- How to Handle a Tooth Abscess During Pregnancy
- Dental Abscess Treatment
- Dental Abscess: Causes, Symptoms and Emergency Treatment
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