Pediatric Guidelines
Dental Abscess

Dental Abscess

Likely Pathogens (Polymicrobial)

Empiric Antibiotic Options

Penicillin Allergy

Additional Information

Beta-lactams

  • Penicillins
  • Cephalosporin
  • Carbapenems

Severe Delayed Reactions

  • Stevens-johnson syndrome
  • Toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms