A purulent infection is localized within a periodontal pocket.

A purulent infection is localized within a periodontal pocket in a chronic periodontitis. The abscess may exacerbate the destruction of the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone. The abscesses are usually acute or chronic, acute localized abscess can become chronic if the contents purulent drain through a fistula to the outer surface of the gum.
The acute periodontal abscess is manifested as an ovoid elevation of the gum regularly at the middle and lateral root. The gum is smooth, very inflamed, red and with a surface smooth and shiny. In most cases we can see the exit of pus from the gingival margin to make a slight digital pressure. The symptoms of an acute periodontal abscess range from mild discomfort to severe pain and inflammation. The tooth is sensitive to percussion or chewing and may file mobility. In some patients, there is a regional disorder. The treatment consists of creating a drain through the periodontal pocket, removing the plate, calculation and other irritants and / or impact on the abscess. Another option is irrigation inside the bag, adjustment and administration of antibiotics. Since it has been removed acute, this is the periodontal pocket, which should be subjected to periodontal treatment. Sometimes it is necessary tooth extraction.