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Rubber-base impression material as a foreign body. Report of a case
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|October 1, 1979
Summary
Subperiosteal injection of foreign materials during dental procedures can cause complications. Radiopaque materials are crucial for detecting these issues on radiographs, aiding diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Dental Surgery
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
Background:
- Subperiosteal injections during dental procedures carry risks.
- Foreign material complications can present diagnostic challenges.
Observation:
- A case history involving subperiosteal injection of foreign material during a dental procedure is presented.
- The material's radiopacity was key to its detection.
Findings:
- Foreign materials injected subperiosteally can lead to complications.
- Radiographic detection of radiopaque foreign materials is essential for diagnosis.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of careful technique in dental injections.
- Underscores the diagnostic value of radiopaque materials in identifying iatrogenic complications.