Odontogenic facial cellulitis in pediatric patients represents a potentially serious complication of untreated dental infections, characterized by the rapid spread of bacteria through facial and cervical soft tissues.
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Early recognition and accurate diagnosis are therefore essential to prevent systemic involvement and life-threatening outcomes.
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Giunta Crescente C, Soto de Facchin M, Acevedo Rodr铆guez AM. Medical-dental considerations in the care of children with facial cellulitis of odontogenic origin. A disease of interest for pediatricians and pediatric dentists. Arch Argent Pediatr 2018;116(4):e548-e553.
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