I have a tooth infection that has. Aided my face, neck, and upper chest area and it is red and swollen. I am wondering if the infection can affect other organs,such as heart, lungs and liver. I am on antibiotics as of yesterday. I am also waiting to hear from my dentist when he can see me really soon.
Hi. Thanks for writing to us. Well spreading of infection from an infected tooth can at very rare instances can affect internal organs like heart or brain.However, if the tooth infection continues to spread and is not taken care of then it can spread, but chances are very rare. As you are already on antibiotics, you need not worry as the infection will gradually resolve, but you should take care and get the tootChatDoctorpletely treated. If any clinical intervention of the tooth is needed you should get it done other than medication for complete resolution of the infection. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.