Osteomyelitis of Jaw

Osteomyelitis of the jaw is infection of the jaw bone (usually odontogenic from periapical/periodontal infection, trauma, or radiation), presenting with pain, swelling, trismus, fever, drainage, and possible sequestrum. Treatment: intravenous antibiotics (cultured if possible); surgical drainage; debridement/sequestrectomy; remove odontogenic source; oral hygiene; treat osteoradionecrosis if present; long-term follow-up; prevent recurrence.

Common Symptoms

Pain/swelling/trismus; fever; drainage; sequestrum possible; by odontogenic/traumatic/radiation

Causes and Pathogenesis

Bacterial infection spreads to jaw bone, causing acute/chronic osteomyelitis and possible necrosis.

Treatment

Antibiotics; drainage; debridement/sequestrectomy; remove source; treat ORN if present

Preventive Measures

Treat dental infections early; oral hygiene; avoid radiation to jaw when possible.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Oral-maxillofacial-surgery 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.