Acute Apical Periodontitis

Acute apical periodontitis is acute inflammation around the root apex, due to pulp necrosis/infection, trauma, or occlusal injury, presenting with tender tooth, pain on biting, swelling, and possible abscess. Treatment: analgesics; remove occlusal trauma; endodontic treatment (root canal) or extraction; drain abscess if present; antibiotics if cellulitis/spreading infection; follow-up; oral hygiene.

Common Symptoms

Tender tooth; pain on biting; swelling; by pulpal/traumatic/occlusal

Causes and Pathogenesis

Pulp necrosis/trauma causes inflammation at the periapical region.

Treatment

Analgesics; root canal/extraction; drain abscess; antibiotics if cellulitis

Preventive Measures

Treat pulpitis early; avoid occlusal trauma.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Endodontics/Restorative Dentistry department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.