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Inferior alveolar nerve lateral transposition.

Bruno Ramos Chrcanovic¹, Antônio Luís Neto Custódio

¹brunochrcanovic@hotmail.com

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

|October 6, 2009

Summary

Inferior alveolar nerve transposition offers a safe solution for prosthetic rehabilitation in cases of severe bone loss. This procedure demonstrates excellent outcomes with predictable nerve recovery, though potential risks are discussed.

Area of Science:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dental Implantology
Nerve Reconstruction

Background:

Severe alveolar bone resorption poses challenges for dental implant placement.
Prosthetic rehabilitation is often necessary for patients unable to tolerate removable dentures.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the outcomes of inferior alveolar nerve lateral transposition procedures.
To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this surgical technique.

Main Methods:

18 inferior alveolar nerve lateral transposition procedures were performed.
Procedures were followed by dental implant placement.

Main Results:

The surgical protocol yielded excellent results.

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Complete recovery of nerve sensitivity was observed within 6 months post-surgery.

The procedure showed a low risk to mental nerve sensibility.

Conclusions:

Inferior alveolar nerve transposition is a viable option for prosthetic rehabilitation in cases of moderate to severe bone resorption.
The procedure can be performed safely and predictably.
Patients must be informed about the potential for permanent nerve deficits and alternative restorative solutions.