Pericoronarite: etiologia, epidemiologia, microbiota, tratamento e complicações

Abstract

Pericoronitis: Etiology, Epidemiology, Microbiota, Treatments and Complications Pericoronitis is an infection of the soft tissue associated with the crown of a partially erupted tooth. It is most commonly seen in relation to the mandibular third molar incompletely erupted, including the gingiva and the dental follicle. The overlying Mucoperiosteo and resultant gap act as a deposit for food and debris in which oral bacteria multiply rapidly. An inflammatory reaction can result from toxins released by bacteria. According to the International Classification of diseases, Pericoronitis can be classified as acute and chronic pericoronitis, and according to some authors, complications may be of a more severe scope and lead to situations of imminent risk of life. The aim of this study is to do a Literary Review on Pericoronitis, involving its etiology, epidemiology, microbiota, treatments and complications. Research in PubMed and Bireme database. According to this literary review, there is a position of interesting logistics on Pericoronitis and its etiology, causes, treatment and complications. It is important to emphasize the gravity that this condition, which, apparently simple, can lead to health and quality of life. Keywords: Pericoronitis. Angulation inferior 3rd molar. Oral microbiology. Pericoronitis microbiology. Treatment. Pericoronitis complications.