A tooth infection will not go away on its own. The pain may stop if the pulp inside the tooth dies, but the bacteria will continue to multiply and the infection can spread down the root and into the jaw and gums. It can cause a painful dental abscess, and if it remains untreated long enough, the infection may spread to the bloodstream, which can be deadly. We urge our patients to seek treatment as early as they notcie a problem. The team at Vero Dental can help!