Surface of gingival tissue has pseudomembranous coating,papillae appear cratered,and the breath has a fetid odor.

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The presence of pseudomembranous coating, cratered papillae, and fetid odor are characteristic features of necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (NUG), also known as trench mouth. Acute herpetic gingivostomatitis may have ulcerations but it is not associated with pseudomembranous coating or fetid odor. Pericoronitis is inflammation of the gum tissue surrounding a partially erupted tooth, periodontal or endodontic abscess is associated with swelling and purulent discharge, which is not mentioned in the scenario.

Surface of Gingival Tissue Has Pseudomembranous Coating,papillae Appear Cratered,and the Breath