Left untreated, a tooth infection can lead to gum disease and may require an extraction by a dentist. In extreme cases, tooth infections have the potential to be life-threatening as the bacteria can spread throughout the body.
Symptoms of tooth infection include:
- Sensitivity to hot and cold food and drink
- Swollen gums
- Jaw pain
Although it may initially seem simply annoying an infected tooth can quickly turn into a much more serious problem and negatively impact on the teeth, gums and jaw. Any symptoms such as pain or swelling need to be evaluated promptly by a dentist before the situation deteriorates and you can find out more at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/dont-ignore-that-infected-tooth/
Matthew Houlton BDS(Sheffield) MFGDP(UK)I’m Matthew Houlton, principal dentist and practice owner of Manor House Dental Practice.
Qualified from Sheffield dental hospital in 1993.
Post graduate training with Paul Tipton (Specialist Prosthodontist) from 2005-2007.
Diploma for Membership of the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) 2007.
Special interest in Orthodontics.
Yorkshire Deanary Fixed Appliance Training Scheme 2002-2004.
I have worked at York Hospital’s orthodontic department one session a week since 2009.
Member of the British Society of Occlusal Studies (the study of temporomandibular disorder).
I have two children, who keep me busy when I am not at the practice. I take a keen interest in and teach Aikido, a martial art, to keep a healthy mind and body.
