Preauricular lymph nodes, which are located in front of your ears, can sometimes become swollen and painful. Common causes include an ear or tooth infection. Treatment can depend on the underlying ...

Abscessed teeth present dire health dangers if neglected. A localized oral infection can easily spread through the blood vessels and tissues of the face. Early treatment can prevent long-term damage ...

An abscess is a confined pocket of pus that builds up within the body. A dental abscess forms within the teeth, in the gums or even the bone holding the tooth in place. A periapical abscess is located ...

Peritonsillar abscess or Quinsy is a collection of pus between the fibrous capsule of the tonsil usually in the upper pole and the super constrictor muscle of the pharynx. It frequently follows as a ...

A staggering 90 percent of adults in the UK have some gum disease on their teeth, and gum abscesses can often occur as a result. How do you know if your inflamed gums are dental abscesses?