A dental abscess is an infection involving a tooth or the surrounding gum and tissues. It can cause severe pain, swelling, tenderness and sometimes fever or difficulty opening the mouth.
At Pristine Dental Group, we provide emergency dental appointments in London 7 days a week, with same-day appointments available where possible.
Our aim is to identify the source of the infection, relieve the immediate problem and treat the underlying cause.
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Same-day appointments where available
A dental abscess requires urgent dental treatment and will not resolve on its own.
Often, yes. A dental abscess does not automatically mean that the tooth needs to be removed.
If the tooth is structurally restorable, root canal treatment may allow the infection to be treated while keeping the natural tooth.
If the tooth is too badly damaged or cannot be predictably restored, extraction may instead be recommended.
Seek prompt dental assessment if swelling is increasing or associated with dental pain. Seek emergency medical help if you have:
If you are unsure where you should be seen, contact NHS 111.
If extraction is necessary, we can also discuss the appropriate replacement options.
For suitable patients considering dental implants, we may assess whether an immediate dental implant is appropriate, whether implant treatment should follow a period of healing, or whether another tooth-replacement option would be more suitable.
The presence of infection does not automatically rule out implant treatment, but the timing depends on the condition of the site and surrounding tissues.
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No. A dental abscess requires dental treatment.
We offer same-day emergency appointments where availability allows.
No. Some infected teeth can be saved with root canal treatment or other appropriate care.
No. Antibiotics are not required for every dental abscess. The underlying dental source still needs appropriate treatment.
Potentially. Immediate implant placement may be suitable in selected cases, while other situations are better managed after healing.
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