ericoronitis is swelling and infection of the gum tissue around the wisdom teeth, the third and final set of molars that usually appear in your late teens or early 20s. Pericoronitis is an intraoral inflammatory process caused by infection of the gingival tissue surrounding or overlying an erupting or partially erupted tooth . It is most commonly associated with the eruption of mandibular third molars, but it can be seen with any erupting teeth. Pericoronitis is a dental condition that affects the soft tissues surrounding a partially erupted tooth , most commonly the wisdom teeth. This condition can lead to significant discomfort and complications if not addressed promptly. Pericoronitis Pericoronitis is defined as an acute or chronic infection of the enveloping mucosa and gingiva of an incompletely erupted tooth. The bacteria commonly associated with pericoronitis are α-hemolytic streptococci such as Prevotella, Veillonella, Bacteroides and Capnocytophaga.
