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Unexpected temporary mental nerve deficit after extraction of mandibular first molar: case report
Paul Amailuk1, Mark Badcock, Arun Chandu
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, 720 Swanston St, Carlton, Vic 3053, Australia.
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Temporary neurologic deficit affecting the distribution of the left mental nerve was reported in a warfarinized, diabetic patient who had a history of previous CVA with right-sided body weakness. The neurologic deficit was reported following routine extraction of a left mandibular first molar. Recovery of sensation began six weeks after the procedure. Possible mechanisms and preventive measures are discussed.
Clinical Relevance:
The reader should understand that mental paraesthesia can be an unexpected outcome in the most routine of mandibular extractions.
