Spread of Infection Flashcards
1
Q
Where does infection of UPPER ANTERIOR teeth spread to?
A
- Lip
- Nasolabial region
- Lower eyelid
2
Q
Where does infection of UPPER LATERAL teeth spread to?
A
- Labial region
- Palate (less common)
3
Q
Where does infection of UPPER PREMOLARS & MOLARS spread to?
A
- Cheek
- Infra-temporal region
- Palate (less common)
- Maxillary antrum (v rare)
4
Q
Where does infection of LOWER ANTERIOR teeth spread to?
A
Mental and submental spaces
5
Q
Where does infection of LOWER PREMOLARS & MOLARS spread to?
A
- Buccal space
- Submasseteric space
- Sublingual space
- Submandibular space
- Lateral pharyngeal space
6
Q
How is the spread of infection managed?
A
- Drainage (I/O or E/O)
- Remove source of infection
- AB