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Tooth abscess

A collection of infected material (pus) resulting from bacterial infection of the center (pulp) of a tooth.

Review Date: 8/8/2007
Reviewed By: Michael Kapner, D.D.S., General and Cosmetic Dentistry, New Rochelle, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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