Pediatric odontogenic facial cellulitis: A comprehensive review for multidisciplinary management

Pediatric odontogenic facial cellulitis is a rare but potentially fatal polymicrobial infection. Diagnosis depends on clinical and radiographic assessment. Treatment typically includes removal of the infected tooth (source control), adjunctive antibiotic therapy, and hospital admission. Infectious disease physicians play a key role in managing severe, complicated, or treatment-resistant cases, working closely with pediatric dental teams. Thus, an in-depth understanding of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and general treatment approach to odontogenic facial cellulitis is essential.