Children's Health: Growth, Rashes, and Common Pediatric Illnesses

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Abcessed Teeth in Children

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Brenna Davis

Abscesses in the teeth are infections deep in the gums and surrounding tissue. Left untreated, infection can spread to other areas of the body. In extreme cases, this may be life-threatening. A child's untreated cavity or broken tooth may cause an abscess, which can be excruciatingly painful.

Brenna Davis is a professional writer who covers parenting, pets, health and legal topics. Her articles have appeared in a variety of newspapers and magazines as well as on websites. She is a court-appointed special advocate and is certified in crisis counseling and child and infant nutrition. She holds degrees in developmental psychology and philosophy from Georgia State University.