Pericoronitis
- 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
- metronidazole or amoxicillin
Reference
- Kwon G, Serra M. StatPearls [Internet]. StatPearls Publishing; Treasure Island (FL): Nov 21, 2022. Pericoronitis
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