title: [Lesion of the lingual nerve after tooth extraction].
abstract: A case of tongue anesthesia after removal of the lower third molar was observed. This type of lingual nerve injury is often unrecognized by the neurologist. Good knowledge of the anatomy and examination techniques are necessary to help the surgeon in the management of the patient.
authors.affiliation: Policlinique de Neurologie, Hôpital Cantonal Universitaire de Genève.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Du Pasquier
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Estade
mesh_terms: D003389:Cranial Nerve Diseases / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008036:Lingual Nerve / Q000601:surgery; D061222:Lingual Nerve Injuries; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D016067:Nerve Transfer; D013997:Time Factors; D014081:Tooth Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects*
vernacular_title: Atteinte du nerf lingual après extraction dentaire.