I have broken teeth in my gums and now have an infection will salt water help

Q. i have got teeth broken in my gums for years. now they have started hurting me and when i swollow it hurts on roof of my mouth aswell.the problem is i have a relly bad phobia of dentists and all medication so i am worried if i leave my teeth and i have a abcess or infection is it dangerous for me .would salt water clear up a infection also if i did have a abcess would my face be swollen its not but does that mean i dont have a abcess.what do think i could do

A. Dear M
Unfortunately salt water will not clear up an infection and it is likely that if the roots have been “broken” in the gums for years that they may well be infected.
It is essential now that you make an appointment at your local dentist for xrays to see the extent of any infection – they may be able to offer sedation techniques to remove the broken teeth which is especially beneficial to nervous patients

Dr Justin Glaister

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