Trigeminal nerve injury and repair.
Injuries to the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) and the lingual nerve are relatively uncommon. However, there are certain routine surgical and non-surgical procedures that have the potential, albeit small, for injuring these neural structures. A review of the diagnosis, classification and management of these injuries is presented.
Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Department of Dental Medicine, USA.
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D006801:Humans; D061222:Lingual Nerve Injuries; D012678:Sensation Disorders / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D061221:Trigeminal Nerve Injuries; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy