Emergency Care

Dental Abscess

An abscess is a localized infection — usually at the root of a tooth or in the gums. It needs prompt care.

Signs of an abscess

Severe, throbbing pain, swelling in your gums or face, fever, a bad taste in your mouth, and a tender bump on your gums are all common signs. If swelling is spreading rapidly or affecting your breathing or swallowing, go directly to the nearest emergency room.

Treatment

Treatment usually involves draining the infection, addressing the source (often through root canal therapy or, less commonly, extraction), and sometimes antibiotics. The goal is to clear the infection and save the tooth when possible.

Don’t wait

Untreated infections can spread. Call us as soon as you notice symptoms so we can get you in.

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540-342-8781

Why patients on Orange Avenue choose Northeast Roanoke Dentistry

Dr. Rameen Chaudhry, DMD is calm, unhurried, and trained at Case Western Reserve University with a General Practice Residency at Rutgers — and he believes the most important skill in dentistry is listening. Patients across northeast Roanoke, the 24012 corridor, Hollins, Garden City, and Vinton choose Northeast Roanoke Dentistry on Orange Avenue NE because every visit feels like a real conversation, not a sales pitch. We talk about cost up front, accept most major PPO insurance plans, and offer the Virginia Dental Club membership for patients without insurance — so cost is never the reason a smile waits. Open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm at 2913 Orange Ave NE, Roanoke 24012. Call 540-342-8781 or request an appointment online.