In addition to the discomfort caused by pulpitis, or inflammation of the pulp of the tooth as a result of tooth decay, the tissues around it can become infected and cause infection of the gums, that is, the tissues that hold and protect the teeth: gums, ligaments, and bone.
If not treated in time, it may lead to the loss of affected teeth, but also to significant damage to the gums themselves. In severe cases, the infection may pass into the bloodstream, and spread throughout the rest of the body.
Although the process of dental infection is slow, the earlier it is detected and treated, the better the outcome.
However, the prevention of caries is always the best treatment to keep the teeth completely healthy, so that they can fulfill their function perfectly despite the passage of time.
