An inflamed flap is commonly known as pericoronitis. It most commonly occurs in the third molar of the lower jaw. In the case of an impacted third molar, the flap around the teeth gets swallowed, providing passage to the bacteria, food particles, and plaque formation. An inflamed flap is a painful condition that causes discomfort in eating and swallowing.
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