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Incident management guidelines for an ingested orthodontic object
Jae Hyun Park1, Payam Owtad1, Brad Milde1
1Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health, USA.
International Journal of Orthodontics (Milwaukee, Wis.)
|December 24, 2013
Summary
Dental materials can be accidentally swallowed or inhaled during orthodontic treatment. This review covers prevention, evaluation, and management of foreign body incidents, including a case report of swallowed archwire.
Area of Science:
- Dental materials and devices
- Orthodontic treatment safety
- Accidental foreign body incidents
Background:
- Dental materials and orthodontic device components pose risks of oropharyngeal displacement.
- Swallowing or inhalation of foreign bodies can occur during dental procedures.
- Effective management strategies are crucial for patient safety.
Observation:
- A case of an accidentally swallowed archwire piece during a chairside procedure is presented.
- Review of existing guidelines for foreign body ingestion and aspiration in dentistry.
- Analysis of prevention, evaluation, and incident management protocols.
Findings:
- Accidental ingestion or aspiration of dental materials is a recognized risk in orthodontics.
- Established guidelines exist for managing foreign body incidents.
- Proactive prevention and prompt evaluation are key to managing these events.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of vigilance during orthodontic procedures.
- Informs clinical practice regarding foreign body management.
- Contributes to enhanced patient safety protocols in dental settings.
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