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Pericoronitis

About- Pericoronitis also called operculitis is the inflammation of the tissue surrounding the wisdom tooth.
 
Symptoms-
Pericoronitis Pain when swallowing
Pericoronitis Pus discharge
Pericoronitis Severe pain near the back teeth
Pericoronitis Swelling of gum tissue
Pericoronitis Tetanus (lockjaw)
 
Causes-
Pericoronitis usually occurs when a molar is partially impacted. Bacteria then accumulate around the soft tissue, causing inflammation.
 
Risk Factors
Pericoronitis Age between 20 to 29
Pericoronitis Excess gum tissue
Pericoronitis Fatigue
Pericoronitis Improperly erupted wisdom teeth
Pericoronitis Poor oral hygiene
Pericoronitis Pregnancy
Pericoronitis Stress

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References
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com
https://www.medicinenet.com
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.healthline.com

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