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Lingual nerve retractor

E W To1, F F Chan

  • 1Dental Unit, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kowloon, Hong Kong.

The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|April 1, 1994
PubMed
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A new anatomically designed lingual nerve protector was used in 2000 patients. This device demonstrated a low incidence of temporary lingual nerve damage, improving patient safety during procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Dental Anesthesiology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Lingual nerve damage is a potential complication during dental and oral surgical procedures.
  • Protecting the sensitive lingual nerve is crucial for preventing temporary or permanent nerve injury.
  • Existing methods may have limitations in providing consistent nerve protection.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate an anatomically designed lingual nerve protector.
  • To assess the efficacy of the protector in preventing lingual nerve damage.
  • To report the incidence of temporary lingual nerve damage in a large patient cohort.

Main Methods:

  • Development of an anatomically contoured lingual nerve protector.
  • Clinical application of the protector in a series of 2000 patients undergoing relevant procedures.

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  • Systematic monitoring and recording of any instances of temporary lingual nerve damage.

    • Main Results:

    • The lingual nerve protector was successfully implemented in 2000 patients.
    • A low incidence of temporary lingual nerve damage was observed in the patient group utilizing the protector.
    • The device proved effective in safeguarding the lingual nerve during surgical interventions.

    Conclusions:

    • The anatomically designed lingual nerve protector is a safe and effective device.
    • Its use is associated with a reduced risk of temporary lingual nerve injury.
    • This innovation offers a valuable tool for enhancing patient safety in oral surgery.