Infratemporal Space Infection Following Maxillary Third Molar Extraction in an Uncontrolled Diabetic Patient
Infratemporal space infection is a rare but serious sequel of odontogenic infection. The diagnosis is difficult due to non specific signs and symptoms. Diabetes mellitus as a definitive risk factor for odontogenic infections needs more consideration during clinical procedures. We report a case of an...
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Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,
2012-06-01T00:00:00Z.
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| Summary: | Infratemporal space infection is a rare but serious sequel of odontogenic infection. The diagnosis is difficult due to non specific signs and symptoms. Diabetes mellitus as a definitive risk factor for odontogenic infections needs more consideration during clinical procedures. We report a case of an undiagnosed diabetic patient with isolated infratemporal space infection after tooth extraction with presentation of similar signs and symptoms of temporomandibular joint and muscle problem. |
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| Item Description: | 10.5681/joddd.2012.024 2008-210X 2008-2118 |