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[A man with pain in his upper jaw]
1Isala klinieken, afd. Mondziekten, Kaak- en Aangezichtschirurgie, Zwolle, the Netherlands. g.w.c.jaspers@kchir.umcg.nl
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|July 21, 2011
Summary
A supernumerary tooth, known as a mesiodens, caused significant facial pain in a 66-year-old male. Surgical removal resolved the discomfort by relieving pressure on the nasopalatine nerve.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Neurology
Background:
- Odontogenic pathologies can present with atypical symptoms.
- Facial pain requires comprehensive differential diagnosis.
Observation:
- A 66-year-old male presented with persistent left-sided facial pain.
- Pain was exacerbated by pressure on the left nostril and radiated superiorly.
Findings:
- Extensive clinical and radiological evaluations were performed.
- A mesiodens, an supernumerary tooth, was identified as the cause.
- The mesiodens was exerting pressure on the nasopalatine nerve.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis of dental anomalies is crucial for effective pain management.
- Surgical intervention for mesiodens can alleviate neuropathic pain.
- This case highlights the importance of considering dental origins for facial pain.
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