Flux - most often purulent inflammation in the gingival pocket (cavity between the tooth and gum). In most cases, it occurs due to the neglect of caries and the subsequent development of infection. However, in some cases, the flux can also form in other parts of the face.
- Symptoms
- Causes
- To whom and where to contact
- Diagnostics
- Treatment of conventional flux
- Treatment of Buried Flux
- Treatment in children
- Home Treatment
- What not to do with flux
- Prevention
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Symptoms
The main symptoms of the manifestation of flux:
- constant pain in the tooth region, which passes after a while;
- painful sensations in the gums, which increase with pressure;
- shooting pain in the ear and lip;
- redness and swelling of the gums;
- presence of pus in inflammation;
- swelling of cheeks, eyelids, wings of the nose;
- increased cervical lymph nodes;
- sometimes a rise in temperature;
- headache.
Attention!If a flux is detected, immediately consult a doctor. In the advanced stage, pus can make a channel in the bone tissue, thereby destroying it. The extreme degree of the disease is deformation and destruction of the jawbone.
Causes
Here are the reasons for the flux:
- started caries;
- injuries and bruises;
- chronic infections;
- poorly delivered seal;
- inflammation of the gingival pocket.
Often the flux is due to neglected inflammatory processes in the oral cavity. The patient postpones the trip to the doctor thinking that he will manage himself, and when the pain in the tooth passes, he believes that the problem is solved.
However, this is not the case, the cessation of painful sensations, suggests that the dying of soft tissues (pulp) has occurred inside the tooth and the inflammatory process begins to spread to the root of the tooth and gum. After 1-2 days the pain returns, only localizes already in the gum.
Attention!Do not run the disease, toothache never occurs just like that. When the first pain symptoms appear, you should consult your doctor. The faster you do it, the more likely it is to keep the tooth.
To whom and where to contact
If the flux has arisen on the gum, you should go to the dentist, if in other areas of the face - to the surgeon. You can get help from local clinics, private or specialized hospitals.
Diagnostics
During the diagnosis, the doctor carefully examines the inflammation, voicing an accurate diagnosis. During the examination, it is also determined whether a tooth extraction is necessary or whether it can be saved.
Treatment of conventional flux
After the diagnosis is prescribed treatment. What exactly it will be depends on the severity of the disease. In the early stages, when the formation of pus has not yet begun, it is possible to confine oneself to the treatment of the flux with antibiotics and a special ointment; later surgery may require surgical intervention or even removal of the tooth and / or nerve.
During the treatment of the flux surgically, an incision is made through which pus is excreted. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia. Then, in order for the wound not to close before the time, drainage is inserted into it (a small rubber strip). After the procedure is completed, the damaged area needs to be treated with an antiseptic for a while. Also in parallel, a course of antibiotics may be prescribed.
A few days later, you need to make another visit to the doctor to extract the drainage and install a seal (or a new tooth).
Treatment of Buried Flux
Sometimes it happens that the inflamed flux bursts and the pus comes out. Many patients believe that such a phenomenon means recovery. However, this is completely wrong, in the cavity of inflammation there is still an infected microflora, which is enriched with food leftovers in the mouth. Most often, the flux is relapsed, and the abscess grows again.
Attention!The bursting flux is not an excuse to postpone a visit to the dentist!
Treatment in children
The process of flux treatment in children is somewhat different, in view of the characteristics of the child's body. Most often, inflammation occurs during the growth of baby teeth. It is important to start treatment on time to prevent the removal of the milk tooth.
Caution!Premature removal of milk teeth can lead to malocclusion.
After diagnosis, the baby is prescribed a course of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory therapy, physiotherapy procedures.
Home Treatment
If at the time of inflammation you do not have the opportunity to visit the dentist, it is acceptable to begin treatment of the flux in the home. Home treatment may include:
- medicines;
- ointments;
- folk remedies.
Important!Do not use medicines without first consulting a doctor. How to quickly cure the flux in our article.
One of the most effective ways of folk treatment of flux is the use of propolis. Propolis is a wonderful product that has anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. It can be used both in pure form, and in the form of tincture.
In its natural form, propolis is recommended to chew in small pieces throughout the day, on the side of the oral cavity on which the inflammatory process is located. Tincture of propolis is used for rinsing. Half a cup of warm water will require 15-20 drops of tincture.
Attention!Home treatment more often does not eliminate the problem, but only removes the symptoms. A visit to the doctor is still necessary.
What not to do with flux
Some actions can significantly worsen the patient's condition and provoke the accelerated development of inflammation.
In order for this to happen, it should be avoided:
- Imposing tight bandages. The compression of the flux can lead to a difficulty in the flow of blood, which causes the body to build up the fight against inflammation.
- Make hot and warm compresses and other types of warming up. The warm environment promotes the multiplication of bacteria.
- Do not self-medicate.
Prevention
- Regular visits to the dentist, both adults and children (1-2 times a year).
- Control over the quality of dental cleaning in children.
- Thorough cleaning of teeth for at least 2-3 minutes using special tools (toothpaste, powder).
Compliance with preventive rules will significantly reduce the risk of flux, and regular examination of the doctor will contribute to timely diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
