Flux - what to do?

When "inflates" the flux, even those patients who are afraid of dentists are rushing to the polyclinic. Periostite - the scientific name of the phenomenon - spoils the appearance, causes a rise in temperature, pain. Therefore, I want to do something with the flux as soon as possible. The main thing is to do everything correctly. Otherwise, the situation can only worsen.

What can not be done if there is a flux?

Basically, periostitis develops due to infection. Microscopic particles of food can remain in the cavity of the tooth or in the gums. They are an ideal place for reproduction of pathogens.

Regardless of the cause, periostitis manifests equally unpleasant symptoms. To eliminate them, many patients immediately put themselves warming compresses. This is something that can not be done with the flux in the home absolutely. Heat only promotes the spread of the process, but does not eliminate it.

Here's what not to do with the flux:

  1. Do not drink painkillers before going to the doctor.
  2. Do not take antibiotics (only if they are not prescribed by your dentist).
  3. It is undesirable to drink Aspirin. It dilutes the blood, and if the flux is opened, there is a chance that it will be very difficult to stop the blood during the operation.

What can a doctor do if the cheek is swollen with a flux?

If the tooth can not be cured, it is removed, a puff is opened and pus released from it. To complete the infiltration, insert a thin rubber bandage into the incision site - drainage.

When the problem is treatable, it is necessary to fight with a periostitis in a more complicated scheme: a cut is made, the foci of infection are sanitized, if necessary, the root canals are opened, drainage is established. In this case, antibiotics are almost always prescribed. And a couple of weeks after the removal of inflammation, the tip of the tooth root is removed.

What if the flux has not gone down even after tooth extraction? To suffer a little. The edema caused by suppuration, quickly does not descend. And immediately after the intervention of the dentist, the condition may even worsen. This is normal. Another thing is if the recovery does not occur after a lapse of two or three days. In this case, you should definitely consult with a specialist.

Relieve the condition during the recovery will help rinse with: