Tooth Multi-Sectioning with the Use of Magnification, for Extraction of a Deeply Impacted Lower Second Molar with Entrapment of the Inferior Alveolar Nerve: Report of a Case

Inferior alveolar nerve injury is one of the most serious complications of mandibular molar surgery and may lead to litigation for mal-practice. Entrapment of the inferior alveolar nerve to roots of an impacted mandibular molars is extremely rare. The aim of this case report is to stress the importa...

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Main Authors: Tilaveridis Ioannis (Author), Dalambiras Stilianos (Author), Lazaridou Maria (Author), Zouloumis Lambros (Author)
Format: Book
Published: Balkan Stomatological Society, 2016-03-01T00:00:00Z.
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Summary:Inferior alveolar nerve injury is one of the most serious complications of mandibular molar surgery and may lead to litigation for mal-practice. Entrapment of the inferior alveolar nerve to roots of an impacted mandibular molars is extremely rare. The aim of this case report is to stress the importance of tooth multi-sectioning with the use of magnification for the safe removal of a deeply impacted second molar with entrapment of the inferior alveolar nerve in its proximal root.
Item Description:2335-0245
10.1515/bjdm-2016-0008