Sublingual Space Infection

Sublingual space infection is abscess/cellulitis in the sublingual space (floor of mouth), usually odontogenic from lower anterior teeth or sublingual sialadenitis, presenting with floor-of-mouth swelling, tongue elevation, pain on swallowing, and airway risk. Treatment: intravenous antibiotics; drainage (intraoral); treat odontogenic/sialadenitis source; monitor airway; oral hygiene; imaging; follow-up.

Common Symptoms

Floor-of-mouth swelling; tongue elevation; dysphagia; airway risk

Causes and Pathogenesis

Odontogenic/sialadenitis infection spreads to sublingual space.

Treatment

Antibiotics; drainage; treat source; monitor airway

Preventive Measures

Treat dental/salivary infections early; oral hygiene.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Oral-maxillofacial-surgery/ENT department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.