What is Mouth Larvae: Know its causes, symptoms, prevention strategies, and treatment

Mouth larvae, or oral myiasis, is a rare but concerning condition arising from poor oral hygiene or compromised health, leading to larvae feeding on dead tissue. Untreated infestations can cause severe pain, swelling, and tissue damage. The condition is more prevalent in tropical regions with poor sanitation, with surgical removal and antibiotics as primary treatments.Mouth larvae, or oral myiasis, is a rare but concerning condition arising from poor oral hygiene or compromised health, leading to larvae feeding on dead tissue. Untreated infestations can cause severe pain, swelling, and tissue damage. The condition is more prevalent in tropical regions with poor sanitation, with surgical removal and antibiotics as primary treatments.2025-06-14T17:45:08.000Z{}Sat, 14 Jun 2025 17:45:08 GMT