Could It Be an Infection?
Dental infections don’t always look the same. Be alert to deep, constant pain rather than an occasional sharp twinge, swelling in your gum, cheek, or jaw, a bad taste or smell that won’t go away, tenderness that reaches beyond one tooth, or a mild fever along with mouth pain. An infection is an active process, so it tends to get worse the longer it’s left alone.
If you’re not sure, get it checked. Our S Loop West team can find the source and begin treatment the same day. Book your $89 evaluation now.
Where Dental Infections Begin
An infection can take hold in more than one place. These are the usual starting points:
- A tooth abscess from decay that wasn’t treated
- Advanced gum disease that has formed infected pockets
- A cracked tooth that let bacteria reach the nerve
- Healing problems after a procedure such as an extraction
- A partly erupted wisdom tooth that traps bacteria
- A root canal that has become reinfected
- An injury that exposed the inner part of a tooth
- Long-term gum inflammation that was never treated
Infection Care Near Braeswood Place, South Main & the Medical Center
Our location near Braeswood Place, South Main, and the Texas Medical Center makes it easy to get seen quickly, even in the middle of a busy week.
See Us Today, Not Next Week
An active infection isn’t something to put up with while you wait for an opening. Our S Loop West office keeps same-day and walk-in appointments available for cases like this. You can also book online or call ahead.


