angina), although the majority of cases of pericoronitis are localized to the tooth. Other potential complications of a spreading pericoronal abscess include peritonsillar abscess formation or cellulitis. Chronic pericoronitis may be the etiology for the development of paradental cyst, an inflammatory odontogenic cyst. Epidemiology Pericoronitis usually occurs in young adults, around the time when wisdom teeth are erupting into the mouth. If the individual has reached their twenties without any attack of pericoronitis, it becomes substantially less likely one will occur thereafter. References 20. Professional Dental University education, both Cosmetic Dentists, Dr. David Nguyen and Dr. Benjamin Golik (2009). Pericoronitis dentist. External links Periodontal disorders