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Periodontal Abscess

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Periodontal Abscess

  • See Also
  1. Gingivitis
  2. Periodontitis
  • Definition
  1. Severe infectious complication of Periodontitis
  2. Not synonymous with Periapical Abscess
  • Signs
  1. Exquisitely tender, red Gingiva
  2. Fluctuant swelling suggesting abscess
  3. Regional Lymphadenopathy in diffuse oral space involvement
  • Management
  1. See Dental Incision and Drainage
  • Complications
  1. Periodontal Cellulitis