Trench Mouth
Trench mouth, medically known as acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, is an infection of the gums that appears suddenly and is characterized by intense pain and ulcers in the gum tissue. Its name comes from the era when it was common among soldiers in difficult hygiene conditions.
Common symptoms:
- Very sore, red, and bleeding gums
- Ulcers covered by a grayish layer
- Marked bad breath and, at times, fever
Contributing factors: poor oral hygiene, stress, smoking, and lowered defenses.
Who treats it? The dentist and the periodontics specialist assess the gums and guide care; the maxillofacial surgeon steps in in particular situations. If your gums hurt intensely and ulcers appear, seeing a dentist promptly helps control the condition.
Data on 66 doctors who treat trench mouth
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Doctors specialized in trench mouth
Dr. José Luis Razo Aguirre
Dr. Hugo Castellanos
Dr. Hector Manuel Garcia Alatorre
Dr. Etsson Jessel García Hernández
Dr. Miguel Herrera
Dra. Maria del Pilar Rodriguez Velasquez
Dr. Carlos Trinidad Combaluzier
Dr. Rafael Ruiz Rodriguez
Dr. Salvador Reyes Fernandez
Dr. Miguel Alejandro Pompa Villasenor
Dra. Magdalena García González
Dra. Teresa Zárate Vera
Dra. Ma Teresa Rousselon Iriarte
Dra. Shadia Dueñas Salgado
Dr. Victor Manuel Gallegos Morales
Dr. Victor Andres Martinez Cano
Dr. Jaime Enrique Rosas Sierra
Dr. Sergio Godínez Antillón
Dr. Jose Julian Sacre Diaz Ordaz
Dra. Laura Rivera Mejia
Frequently asked questions
What is trench mouth?
Trench mouth, medically known as acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, is an infection of the gums that appears suddenly and is characterized by intense pain and ulcers in the gum tissue. Its name comes from the era when it was common among soldiers in difficult hygiene conditions.
Which doctor treats trench mouth?
Trench Mouth is usually treated by specialists in maxillofacial surgeon, radiologist, pediatric dentist, orthodontist, endodontist, implantologist, dentist, dentist.