Rotary Instrument-Induced Soft Palatal Laceration During Dental Restorative Treatment: A Case Report

José Emiliano González Flores1, Araceli Pérez González2, Raymundo Canseco Lopez3

  • 1Department of Surgery, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City, MEX.

Cureus
|March 27, 2026
PubMed
Summary

Dental high-speed rotary instruments can cause rare but severe soft palatal injuries during restorative procedures. This case report details a deep laceration requiring surgical repair and highlights the need for careful soft tissue protection.

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