[Therapeutic and diagnostic problems of generalized acute suppurative periodontitis marginalis profunda]

Generalized periodontal abscesses with considerable increase in the volume and sensitivity of the gingiva, tooth loosening, and malaise accompanied by fever and weight loss were observed in 22 of 35 patients studied. The symptoms developed after antibiotic treatment for another disease. Local therapeutic measures alone were successful. Success was obtained only after institution of directed antibiotic therapy.