Antibiotic sensitivity and resistance of bacteria from odontogenic maxillofacial abscesses

OBJECTIVES: This study investigated the types and antibiotic sensitivity of bacteria in odontogenic abscesses. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Pus specimens from 1,772 patients were collected from affected areas during incision and drainage, and bacterial cultures and antibiotic sensitivity tests were performed. The number of antibiotic-resistant bacteria was analyzed relative to the total number of bacteria that were tested for antibiotic susceptibility. RESULTS: strains tested showed resistance. CONCLUSION: When treating odontogenic maxillofacial abscesses, it is appropriate to use antibiotics other than penicillin G and ampicillin as the first-line treatment.