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Online Doctors And Dental Infections — How Does Treatment Work?

You might be confused about how doctors treat dental infections online. However, with technological advancements and the world just recovering from the extraordinary conditions of the pandemic, dentists have found ways to help their patients online.

TelMDCare also has a panel of virtual doctors that can help treat dental infections online. Here’s all you need to know about it.

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Dental Infections

A dental infection is a tooth abscess. It’s a bacterial infection that causes pus to build up around different parts of a person’s teeth.

Causes of Dental Infections

A dental infection can occur due to several reasons. These include:

  • Poor dental hygiene
  • Active cavity
  • Tooth decay
  • Dental injury
  • Wound from any other dental procedure catching bacteria and turning into an infection

The bacteria enter the root of your teeth through a crack or wound in the teeth or the gums and cause an infection that leads to pus building up and swelling.

Symptoms of Dental Infection

Not every swollen gum or toothache indicates a dental infection. Your doctor will check out your gums and teeth and identify if it’s a dental infection or something else. Usual symptoms of dental infections include:

  • Severe, pulsating toothache
  • Pain traveling to the ear, neck, or the jawbone
  • Sensitivity to hot or cold foods
  • Pain in biting or chewing
  • Swollen gums
  • Bad taste in the mouth
  • Bad breath

How We Can Help

If you’re suffering from any of the symptoms mentioned above, it is best to consult a doctor. Speaking to an online doctor allows you to get a professional medical consultation at an affordable price. Dental procedures and examinations are often not included in health insurance plans, which can cost you a lot of money.

Moreover, our panel of dentists is experienced and gives you the right direction for what the problem is, what treatment is required, and how you can care for your teeth to avoid any of these problems in the future.

Our doctors can also recommend the right pain relievers to ease the pain, assess the condition, and determine what treatment you need.

A doctor consulting a patient online

Our consultations cost just $39. Additionally, our online doctors offer free follow-up and a free online chat.

TelMDCare is a telemedicine doctor service. Our panel of expert virtual doctors cater to various health problems, including dental infections, diabetes, sexually transmitted diseases, skin conditions, urinary tract infections, and more. Book an appointment today, or get in touch with us now for further details.