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Pericoronitis

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  • infection of the soft tissues around the crown of a partially or completely unerupted tooth, especially a wisdom tooth
  • refer to dentist for irrigation & debridement
  • if persistent swelling or systemic symptoms use metronidazole
  • use antiseptic mouthwash if pain and trismus limit oral hygiene

  • antibacterial treatment
    • metronidazole or amoxicillin
      • antibacterial treatment only in presence of systemic features of infection or of trismus or persistent swelling despite local treatment; treatment is for 3 days or until symptomatic resolution

Reference

  1. Kwon G, Serra M. StatPearls [Internet]. StatPearls Publishing; Treasure Island (FL): Nov 21, 2022. Pericoronitis

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