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Locating broken dental needles.

M Thompson1, S Wright, L H H Cheng

  • 1Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Middlesbrough General Hospital, Aryesome Green Lane, Middlesbrough, TS5 5AZ, UK. mkto3@hotmail.com

International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|November 26, 2003
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Broken dental needles are rare but challenging to locate and remove. A straightforward stereotactic technique, aided by an image intensifier, successfully identified broken needles in two patient cases.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Medical Imaging
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Broken dental needles represent a rare but significant clinical challenge.
  • Fragment retrieval can be difficult due to the small size and location of the fragments.
  • Accurate localization is crucial for successful removal and to prevent complications.

Observation:

  • Two cases of fractured dental needles are presented.
  • The needles were located within the oral cavity.
  • Standard imaging techniques may not always be sufficient for precise localization.

Findings:

  • A simple stereotactic method was employed for needle localization.
  • Image intensification significantly aided the stereotactic localization process.
  • This technique allowed for precise identification of the broken needle fragments.

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Implications:

  • This stereotactic approach offers a practical solution for locating broken dental needles.
  • The method is minimally invasive and can be performed with readily available equipment.
  • Enhanced localization improves surgical outcomes and patient safety in cases of dental needle fractures.