Oral & Facial Infection Management
Prompt diagnosis and treatment for oral and facial infections, including those that have begun to spread into surrounding spaces.
What it involves
Untreated dental infections can spread beyond the tooth into the surrounding facial spaces, becoming a surgical concern rather than a routine dental one. Dr. Pund's training in maxillofacial space infections means these cases are assessed and managed promptly, combining surgical drainage where necessary with appropriate medical management.
BenefitsWhy patients choose this treatment
- Prompt assessment of infection spread and severity
- Surgical drainage where medically necessary
- Combined surgical and medical management approach
- Close monitoring until the infection has fully resolved
What to expect, step by step
- AssessmentThe extent and source of the infection is evaluated, often with imaging.
- Treatment PlanningA combined surgical and medical approach is planned based on severity.
- Drainage & TreatmentSurgical drainage is performed where indicated, alongside appropriate medication.
- Follow-UpRecovery is monitored closely until the infection has fully resolved.
Signs this treatment may help you
- Facial swelling that is spreading or worsening
- Fever alongside a dental or facial infection
- Difficulty opening the mouth or swallowing due to swelling
- An infection not responding to antibiotics alone
Healing & aftercare
Recovery depends on the severity of the infection at presentation; most cases improve steadily within days of appropriate treatment, with follow-up to confirm full resolution.
FAQFrequently asked questions
If swelling spreads to the face or neck, or affects breathing or swallowing, it needs urgent attention.
Often yes — surgical drainage and medication are commonly used together for a full recovery.
As soon as possible — spreading facial infections can progress quickly and should not be delayed.
This depends on severity; some cases are managed as outpatients, while more serious spread may need hospital-based care.
Also available at Omax Dental & Maxillofacial Center
Dr. Mahesh Pund practices at Omax Dental, Pimple Nilakh, Pimpri-Chinchwad.