Antimicrobial therapies for odontogenic infections in children and adolescents

Oral infections are common in children and adolescents, and treatment must be treated in an effective and timely manner. Infectious processes occur when there is an imbalance in the patient's oral flora.

The use of antibiotics must be rational to avoid drug resistance of microorganisms (microbial resistance). Odontogenic infections can arise from caries or a periodontal problem, sometimes they can be due to dental trauma or iatrogenesis.

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We share a literature review that establishes guidelines for antimicrobial therapy in infections of odontogenic origin and clinical recommendations.

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Antimicrobial therapies for odontogenic infections in children and adolescents. Literature review and clinical recomendations was published in J Oral Res 2014; 3(1): 50-56 (DOI: 10.17126/joralres.2014.013).

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Surgical excision of mucocele with local anesthesia in an 8-month-old baby

The mucocele is a common cyst of the minor salivary glands, and is produced by the accumulation or retention of mucosa as a consequence of an obstruction or trauma to the salivary duct.

The mucocele has a bluish or translucent color, and its size can be from millimeters to centimeters in diameter. It is rare to find a mucocele in a newborn baby.

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We share the case of the surgical removal of a mucocele in an 08-month-old baby under local anesthesia.

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Gurgel, C.V., Neto, N.L., Geller-Palti, D., Sakai, V.T., Oliveira, T.M., & Machado, M.A. (2012). Surgical excision of mucocele with local anesthesia in an 8-month-old baby.

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How to prevent infections after third molar extraction?

The extraction of the third molar is one of the most frequent surgical procedures in the dental clinic. Currently surgical techniques are safe and effective.

The surgeon must recommend to the patient a series of measures that aim to avoid infection of the wound. The third molars are extracted to avoid future problems: accumulation of food, bad breath, pain and inflammation.


We share a video that recommends us what we should do after tooth extraction to avoid infectious processes.

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Virtual Library - Wisdom Teeth: Everything you need to know

The third molars, also known as wisdom teeth, are the last molars to appear in the dental arch, in an age range between 16 and 25 years. When these teeth are retained they can cause pain, food accumulation or pericoronitis.

The presence of this molar generates doubts and fear in the patient, and the dental community is in charge of clearing all the questions and myths that have been created.

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We share an interesting list of articles and videos that answer all the questions about wisdom teeth.

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Tooth Extraction: Post-Surgical Care and Tips

Tooth extractions are surgical procedures performed on teeth that have suffered extensive decay or severe irreparable trauma. This procedure should be performed by experienced dental professionals.

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The professional should talk with the patient about the care that he should have to avoid complications after the surgical procedure. Some of these complications can be: bleeding or infections.


We share an educational video about post-surgical care from the Dental Coach channel.

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Can a tooth be extracted in diabetic patients?

Diabetes is an endocrine disorder, which consists of an abnormality in the metabolism of glucose due to a deficiency of insulin. Oral health is affected by diabetes and manifests itself as severe inflammation of the gums in uncontrolled patients.

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The dentist must take all precautions when caring for a diabetic patient, especially when performing a tooth extraction. A complete interrogation on the health of the patient and a correct clinical evaluation must be carried out beforehand.

We share a video about tooth extraction for a diabetic patient, as well as the care that should be taken.

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Reimplantation of avulsed permanent teeth after three days: Clinical case in a pediatric patient

Dental avulsion consists of the total detachment of the tooth from the socket, as a consequence of a strong trauma that affects the oral cavity. Given this urgency, it is important to go to the dentist to be able to reimplant it.

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By means of dental reimplantation, the avulsed tooth is inserted into its socket, and then a clinical and radiographic follow-up is carried out in order to ensure the success of the treatment.

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We share an article that reports two clinical cases of patients who suffered an avulsion, and the teeth were reimplanted after 72 hours. Subsequent evaluation confirms the success of the procedure.

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Ize‑Iyamu and Saheeb: Reimplantation of avulsed dry permanent teeth after three days. Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice • Jan-Mar 2013 • Vol 16 • Issue 1

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