Is the inflammation of the gingiva covering a partially erupted or impacted tooth.Presents with deep pain, gingival swelling, pus production and gingivitis of the overlying gum.
Management
- Oral hygiene instructions.
- Chlorhexidine mouthwash 0.2% rinses or normal saline rinses.
- In presence of an abscess initiate antibiotic therapy: Amoxicillin 500mg orally 8 hourly+metronidazole 400mg orally 8 hourly. Ibuprofen 400mg orally hourly.
IMPORTANT:Surgical operculectomy is the modality of treatment. In the presence of an impacted tooth, surgical disimpaction is indicated.