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

Reference

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