Pus in the gum pocket

Gingivitis associated with pus is a very unpleasant experience for the person affected, since the pus is primarily deposited in deepened gum pockets, which cannot be reached by the person concerned. As a result, the pus cannot be drained and the inflammation spreads unless the dentist is visited as soon as possible. This causes an inflammatory tendency to spread. The inflamed pocket gets deeper and deeper and dissolves the bone around the tooth, so that it becomes loose. If left untreated, this process can go so far that the tooth is no longer in the bone and simply falls out.The dentist will professionally clean and rinse the pocket so that it is free of bacteria and pus to stop the process of bone resorption and, if necessary, reverse it with therapy to save the tooth.

Development of pus

Pus formation is usually caused by an infection with bacteria. Its components are proteins and cellular decay products. The local tissue melts (dissolves), which is either caused by the pathogens and/or by the patient’s own immune system.

Its consistency can vary from creamy to thin fluid, but the color and odor give a first indication of the type of bacteria causing the infection. The pus does not form visibly under the gums for the time being, but as soon as pressure is applied, it emerges. The accumulation of pus becomes noticeable by an unpleasant pressure in the affected area.

The body wants to get rid of the disease and therefore reacts by secreting pus. Furthermore, such an accumulation can also be a sign of dental root inflammation. Due to its location, pus cannot flow out of the root canal and instead accumulates under the gums. When the first signs of pus accumulation appear, it is important to consult a dentist who can remove the pus and diagnose the cause. It is not recommended to remove or not treat the pus accumulation itself, as the substances could enter the bloodstream.