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Ingested retainer: a case report.

F G Hinkle

    American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics : Official Publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, Its Constituent Societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics
    |July 1, 1987
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    Accidental ingestion of dental retainers can be life-threatening due to sharp components. Prompt medical intervention is crucial for safe retrieval and preventing complications from swallowed orthodontic devices.

    Area of Science:

    • Dentistry
    • Gastroenterology

    Background:

    • Ingestion of foreign bodies, including dental appliances like partial dentures and endodontic files, is documented.
    • Swallowing orthodontic devices such as bands, palatal bars, and springs typically occurs without severe complications.

    Observation:

    • A case of accidental ingestion of a metal and acrylic dental retainer with sharp edges and exposed wires is presented.
    • The potential for fatal outcomes exists if such a retainer is not treated appropriately.

    Findings:

    • This case report details the incidental swallowing of a dental retainer.
    • Successful retrieval of the ingested retainer was achieved through appropriate medical intervention.

    Implications:

    • Highlights the critical need for prompt diagnosis and management of ingested dental appliances, especially those with hazardous features.

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  • Underscores the importance of considering dental devices as potential sources of serious gastrointestinal foreign body complications.