Pediatric Manifestations in the Orofacial Region: A Retrospective Analysis of Different Forms, Risk Factors and Species Distribution.

The aim of this study was to analyze the spectrum of manifestations in the orofacial region to address the lack of comprehensive data in the diverse pediatric population. This retrospective study included all positive findings in patients aged 0-18 years treated between 2014 and 2023 at a university maxillofacial department in Germany and evaluated associated risk profiles, comorbidities and species distributions. infection sites included oral mucosa, dental abscesses and otitis media. was more frequent in children with pre-existing conditions, particularly immunosuppression, neuromuscular disorders and facial deformities. Tympanostomy tubes and recent antibiotic use were significant risk factors for in otitis media. Whereas in dental abscesses, had a significant proportion independent of prior antibiotic use. Non- subspecies, particularly , were notably more prevalent in the middle ear compared to oral and dental infections. manifests in various forms in the orofacial region, with different characteristics and species distributions. Further investigations are needed to better understand the role of as a symptom or a contributor to an underlying condition.