ABSES SUBMANDIBULA

Abstract

The purpose of this literature review is as an additional reference in diagnosing and managing submandibular abscess. The writing of this article was obtained from various sources in the form of books, scientific journals and guidelines for related institutions. Source searches were carried out on various online portals such as Medscape, NCBI Google Scholar and other health websites. Submandibular abscess is an inflammation accompanied by accumulation of pus in the potential space between deep neck fascia which is an anatomically very complex space. Nearly all odontogenic infections that cause abscesses are caused by a mixture of aerobic and anaerobic microbes. Necrosis of the dental pulp as a result of deep caries provides an entry channel for bacteria into the periapical tissues. After periapical inoculation of bacteria, infection develops which will spread in all directions, but more in areas of lowest resistance. The main priority for deep neck abscesses is to maintain airway patency, followed by intravenous antibiotics and then surgical drainage.