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Dislodged lower right third molar tooth into the parapharyngeal space
Rhiyoma Monique Ogadako1, Martin Woods, Neil Shah
1Queen's Hospital, Romford, Essex, UK.
Dental Update
|January 14, 2012
Summary
Lower third molars can rarely dislodge into fascial spaces during extraction. Prompt recognition and management are crucial for this rare complication involving wisdom teeth.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Anatomy
Background:
- Lower third molar (wisdom tooth) extraction is a common dental procedure.
- Complications, though rare, can occur, including tooth displacement into adjacent anatomical spaces.
Observation:
- A case of a lower right wisdom tooth dislodged into the right parapharyngeal space during extraction is presented.
- This highlights a rare but significant complication of third molar surgery.
Findings:
- The dislodged wisdom tooth was successfully managed.
- The case underscores the potential for lower third molars to migrate into fascial planes.
Implications:
- Clinicians must maintain awareness of this rare complication during wisdom tooth removal.
- Prompt and appropriate management strategies are essential for successful patient outcomes.
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