Acute orofacial infections of odontogenic origin in children represent a common yet potentially serious clinical challenge in pediatric dentistry.
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Effective management requires a structured, evidence-based approach that includes accurate clinical assessment, appropriate use of imaging, judicious antibiotic therapy, and prompt elimination of the odontogenic source.
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Oral Health Division. Ministry of Health Malaysia. Management of acute orofacial infeciton of odontogenic origin in children. 1 Edition
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