Does incision and drainage for periodontitis hurt?

Written by Fang Xiao
Dentistry
Updated on March 13, 2025
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When there is excessive pus, an incision and drainage needs to be performed. Periodontitis is a pathological condition of the dental supporting tissues caused by both dental plaque and tartar, resulting from poor oral hygiene, incomplete brushing, and the accumulation of dental plaque and tartar, which irritates the gum tissues and causes inflammation. If there is excessive pus, it is necessary to go to a regular hospital's dental department for incision and drainage. The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia, which is painless. The area is repeatedly rinsed with hydrogen peroxide and saline, treated with iodine glycerin, and oral medications such as cephalosporins and metronidazole are taken. Use compound povidone-iodine solution for mouth rinsing. Once the inflammation is controlled, systematic periodontal treatment can be performed, including supragingival cleaning, subgingival scaling, root planing. Regular oral hygiene should be maintained, brushing teeth in the morning and evening, rinsing the mouth after meals, and learning to use dental floss sticks. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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Does incision and drainage for periodontitis hurt?

When there is excessive pus, an incision and drainage needs to be performed. Periodontitis is a pathological condition of the dental supporting tissues caused by both dental plaque and tartar, resulting from poor oral hygiene, incomplete brushing, and the accumulation of dental plaque and tartar, which irritates the gum tissues and causes inflammation. If there is excessive pus, it is necessary to go to a regular hospital's dental department for incision and drainage. The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia, which is painless. The area is repeatedly rinsed with hydrogen peroxide and saline, treated with iodine glycerin, and oral medications such as cephalosporins and metronidazole are taken. Use compound povidone-iodine solution for mouth rinsing. Once the inflammation is controlled, systematic periodontal treatment can be performed, including supragingival cleaning, subgingival scaling, root planing. Regular oral hygiene should be maintained, brushing teeth in the morning and evening, rinsing the mouth after meals, and learning to use dental floss sticks. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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Can periodontitis be cured?

Periodontitis is divided into early and late stages. Early periodontitis can be cured, while late periodontitis is difficult to treat and may require tooth extraction if severe. Periodontitis is an inflammatory, destructive resorption that occurs in the periodontal supporting tissues. There are usually significant amounts of dental calculus and plaque around the teeth. The initial treatment involves removing these through teeth cleaning. After cleaning, applying medication through rinsing around the gums can be helpful, and in many cases, this can lead to a cure. Generally, early periodontitis does not involve noticeable absorption of the alveolar bone. However, in advanced stages, the formation of periodontal pockets and absorption of the alveolar or jaw bone represent severe manifestations of periodontitis. If it is difficult to maintain or restore oral health through basic treatment in such cases, tooth extraction may be necessary.

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Does periodontitis require tooth extraction?

Whether tooth extraction is needed for periodontitis depends on the severity of the inflammation. If the periodontitis is not severe, with no absorption of the alveolar bone, and there is only simple inflammation of the gums, it typically manifests as gum bleeding or bleeding when brushing teeth. There can be dental soft plaque around the gums, or dental plaque irritates and causes the gums to become red, swollen, and pus may ooze. In this case, scaling can be done to remove local irritants, followed by rinsing and medicating around the teeth. This can effectively control the progression of periodontitis and does not require tooth extraction. However, if it causes absorption of the alveolar bone and significant loosening of the teeth, tooth extraction may be necessary.

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Is periodontitis stage two serious?

Periodontitis stage two indicates that the resorption of the patient's alveolar bone has reached a certain degree, necessitating systemic periodontal treatment at an established hospital's dental department. In severe cases, periodontal surgery may also be required. Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease caused by microorganisms accumulating around the teeth, eroding the ligaments, alveolar bone, and dentin around the teeth. Stage two periodontitis indicates a certain degree of alveolar bone resorption, resulting in the loss of attached gingiva and alveolar absorption. The patient's teeth may exhibit some mobility and potential shifting. Systemic periodontal treatment at an established hospital's dental department is required, including supragingival cleaning, subgingival scaling, root planing, and, in severe cases, periodontal surgery. Therefore, it is important to maintain oral hygiene, brush your teeth morning and evening, rinse after meals, use the internationally recognized Bass method of brushing, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, and eat fresh vegetables and fruits regularly.

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What to do if periodontitis causes a fever?

Periodontitis is an inflammation of the gums and oral cavity. When a patient has periodontitis, they may experience pain and swelling. When the inflammation is severe, the patient may have a slight fever. In such cases, it is generally recommended that the patient take oral antibiotics effective against anaerobic bacteria, such as metronidazole or tinidazole, as well as anti-inflammatory antibiotics like amoxicillin, cephalosporins, levofloxacin, or erythromycin. If fever occurs, it is recommended that the patient take antipyretic analgesics, such as ibuprofen sustained-release tablets or acetaminophen tablets, which can relieve pain and reduce fever. If the periodontitis is severe, it is advised that the patient should promptly visit a hospital and follow a doctor’s guidance to develop an appropriate treatment plan. (Note: The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)