Abscess; pus; wound; Staphylococcus; aureus; Streptococcus ...

1. Dentalgia and dental abscess. a. Dentalgia (toothache) can be the start of a dental abscess. b. Dental abscess: Occurs when a bacteria growth spreads directly from a cavity into the gums, facial tissue, bones, and/or neck. i. May have to be drained surgically. c. Assessment and management. i. Infection may have become systemic if the patient ... ................
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