Actinomycotic osteomyelitis of the mandible

Actinomycetes are prominent organism among the normal microbial flora of the oral cavity. However, actinomycotic infection presenting as osteomyelitis in the jaws is relatively rare. This article presents a rare case of osteomyelitis of the mandible arising from an extraction site which was diagnosed as actinomycotic in origin based on the histopathological investigations. Patient responded well to prompt systemic antibiotics and local surgical measures. Early management helped in preventing complications.