Question 1

What is pericoronitis?

Accepted Answer

Pericoronitis is the inflammation and infection of the soft tissue surrounding the crown of a partially erupted tooth, most commonly a lower wisdom tooth. A flap of gum tissue, called an operculum, covers part of the tooth, trapping food and bacteria.

Question 2

What are the symptoms of pericoronitis?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms can range from mild to severe and include pain, swollen and red gum tissue around the wisdom tooth, a bad taste or smell, and difficulty opening the jaw (trismus).

Question 3

How is pericoronitis treated?

Accepted Answer

Treatment depends on the severity. It may involve irrigating the area to clean out debris, prescribing antibiotics if the infection is spreading, and in some cases, a minor surgical procedure called an operculectomy to remove the gum flap. Often, the long-term solution is to extract the wisdom tooth.

Question 4

What is an operculectomy?

Accepted Answer

An operculectomy is a minor surgical procedure to remove the flap of gum tissue (operculum) that is covering a partially erupted tooth. This makes the area easier to clean and can provide relief, though the tissue can sometimes grow back.

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