unusual presentation of an impacted maxillary molar

A 27 year old male presented with a buccal space abscess. A four and half year history was given. He had been treated by numerous medical and dental specialists and had been on various medications. Investigations revealed that an impacted maxillary wisdom tooth was the cause. The buccal abscess was drained and the tooth was surgically removed. The integrity of the maxillary tuberosity was also preserved