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Alveolar and gingival necrosis resulting from chloroform overextrusion beyond the root canal: A case report
Zahra Sadat Modarresi1, Sahar Shafagh2, Mehrzad Kaviani1
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Craniomaxillofacial Research Center, Faculty of Dentistry Tehran University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran.
Clinical Case Reports
|October 31, 2024
Abstract:
Chloroform is among the most common solvents for root canal treatment. Despite its classification as a potential carcinogen, it is effective if used correctly. Inappropriate use can lead to severe complications, including persistent pain, gingival recession, and necessitating surgical intervention to resect necrotizing bone.
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