Necrotizing Periodontal Diseases in Children: A Literature Review and Adjustment of Treatment
Necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, sometimes observed in young children, may lead to necrotizing stomatitis and noma. Therefore, its interception is a necessity and a challenge for the paediatric practitioners. First, this article aims to propose a systematic review of recent literature on the use of local antiseptic and antibiotic prescription in this particular periodontal condition. Then, a protocol is proposed to have a simple, costless and reproducible treatment on children.
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Marty, M., Palmieri, J., Noirrit-Esclassan, E., Vaysse, F., Bailleul-Forestier, I. Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research