2 days ago i found infected(yellow) patches on my my left gums and cheek that touch the gum, I tried brushing them real strong and then ive been rinsing with hydrogen peroxide and wiping with a q-tip with hydrogen peroxide over the area. a few months ago a tooth in this area split in half, havent been able to fix it yet, is that part of the problem and can i kill this infection with peroxide ?
Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint yellow patches over the gums and cheek touching the gum along with having a broken tooth in that area can be due to dental abscess, in case if the infection might have reached below the root tips of the toot leading to pus formation. I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like x-ray can help in diagnosis. In case of dental abscess, treatment of the tooth with either root canal treatment or extraction depending upon the condition of the tooth, followed by antibiotics and painkillers can help. You cannot simply kill the infection with peroxide and needs proper treatment for complete resolution. Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards. Chat Doctor.