Pericoronitis
Pericoronitis
Drug details
Metronidazole 400mg three times daily
3 days
OR Amoxicillin 500mg three times daily
3 days
Chlorhexidine 0.12-0.2% (do not use within 30 mins of toothpaste). Rinse mouth with 10 ml diluted with 10 ml water for 1 minute twice daily.
Always spit out after use.
Use until lesions resolve or less pain allows oral hygiene
Hydrogen Peroxide 6% Rinse mouth with 15ml diluted in ½ glass warm water for 2 mins three times daily.
Always spit out after use.
Use until lesions resolve or less pain allows oral hygiene
Refer to dentist for irrigation & debridement.
If persistent swelling or systemic symptoms use metronidazole or amoxicillin.
Use antiseptic mouthwash if pain and trismus limit oral hygiene