Cervicofacial and mediastinal emphysema complicating a dental procedure.
Cervicofacial subcutaneous emphysema is an infrequently reported sequela of dental surgery. It may be caused by the inadvertent introduction of air into the soft tissues during procedures using high-speed, air-driven handpieces or air-water syringes. In this paper, we present a case in which subcutaneous emphysema developed in a middle-aged woman following routine restorative treatment. We review the features of the condition and its treatment and discuss means of prevention.
Mather
Andrew J
AJ
Health Science Centre, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - GC308, University of Manitoba,Winnipeg, MB R3A 1R9. amather@shaw.ca
Stoykewych
Andrew A
AA
Curran
John B
JB
D000328:Adult; D001641:Bicuspid; D003737:Dental Cavity Preparation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003755:Dental High-Speed Technique / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005145:Face; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008437:Maxilla; D008478:Mediastinal Emphysema / Q000209:etiology; D013352:Subcutaneous Emphysema / Q000209:etiology*