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Pericoronitis — NDEB AFK MCQ

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A 22-year-old has pain, swelling, and bad taste around partially erupted tooth 3.8. There is inflamed operculum, trismus is mild, temperature is normal, and there is no facial swelling. What is the most appropriate treatment?

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Correct answer: D — Local irrigation and debridement with review

Mild localised pericoronitis without systemic spread is managed with local irrigation, debridement, analgesia, hygiene advice, and review. Antibiotics without local measures are not first-line for localised disease. The pearl is that recurrent or severe episodes may lead to consideration of extraction, but acute management starts with local control.

Reference: BCCDC antimicrobial stewardship; Canadian oral surgery references