What is Impetigo?
A highly contagious bacterial skin infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Appearance of Impetigo?
Vesicles or bullae that rupture and form golden-yellow (honey-colored) crusts.
Common location and treatment of Impetigo?
Around the nose and mouth; treated with antibiotics.
What causes Strep Throat?
Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A Streptococcus).
Oral appearance of Strep Throat?
Petechiae on the soft palate and strawberry tongue.
Complications of untreated Strep Throat?
Scarlet fever or rheumatic fever.
Treatment for Strep Throat?
Antibiotics.
What is Actinomycosis?
A chronic bacterial infection caused by Actinomyces entering tissues through trauma or dental procedures.
Clinical appearance of Actinomycosis?
Firm abscesses with draining sinus tracts releasing thick yellow pus.
Treatment for Actinomycosis?
Long-term antibiotics (penicillin) and surgical drainage.
What is Verruca Vulgaris?
A common wart caused by HPV (usually type 2) via direct contact.
Appearance of Verruca Vulgaris?
White, painless, exophytic lesion with papillary or cauliflower-like surface.
Treatment for Verruca Vulgaris?
Surgical excision.
What is Condyloma Acuminatum?
A benign papillary lesion caused by HPV types 6 and 11, usually sexually transmitted.
Appearance of Condyloma Acuminatum?
Soft, pink, finger-like or cauliflower-like lesions; often multiple.
Treatment for Condyloma Acuminatum?
Surgical excision; recurrence possible.
What causes Oral Candidiasis?
Overgrowth of Candida albicans, often in immunocompromised patients or with poor denture hygiene.
Appearance of Oral Candidiasis?
White plaques that wipe off leaving a red base; erythematous form shows red burning areas.
Treatment for Oral Candidiasis?
Topical or systemic antifungal medications.
What virus causes oral Herpes Simplex lesions?
HSV-1 (oral) and HSV-2 (oral/genital).
Primary herpetic gingivostomatitis occurs in whom?
Children under 6 years old.
Recurrent herpes commonly appears where?
Keratinized mucosa such as hard palate and attached gingiva.
Dental treatment consideration for active herpes?
Do not treat patients with active or prodromal lesions.
