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Wk 29: Oral + dental infections Flashcards

(12 cards)

1
Q

What is abscess?

A

Collection of pus caused by bacterial infection:

  • Periapical: dental pulp
  • Periodontal: supporting structure of teeth
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What are the symptoms of abscess?

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  • Pain
  • Unpleasant taste
  • Fever
  • Facial swelling
  • Inc mobility in tooth
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What is the treatment for abscess?

A
  • Draining, tooth extraction, root canal
  • Amox 500mg TDS 5 days OR
  • Metro 400mg TDS 5 days
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What is pericoronitis?

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Inflammation caused by infection of gum tissues around partially erupted tooth

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What is the treatment for pericoronitis?

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  • Amox 500mg TDS for 3 days
  • Chlorhexidine mouthwash
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What are the symptoms of acute sore throat?

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  • Problems swallowing
  • Pyrexia
  • Swollen glands
  • White pus filled spots
  • Bad breath
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7
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What is tonsillitis usually caused by?

A

Strep A

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What is the feverPAIN score?

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  • Fever last 24 hrs
  • Purulence
  • Attend rapidly under 3 days
  • Inflamed tonsils
  • No cough
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9
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When would you offer abx for the feverPAIN score?

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  • 0-1: no abx
  • 2-3: 3 day backup abx
  • > 4: immediate abx if severe, 48 hr short back up
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What is the treatment for acute sore throat?

A

Phenoxymethylpenicillin 500mg QDS 5-10 days

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11
Q

Who is at a higher risk of oral thrush?

A
  • Dentures
  • Antibiotics
  • Corticosteroids
  • Diabetes
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What is the treatment for oral thrush?

A

Miconazole oral gel 2.5ml QDS

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