Unrecognised displacement of mandibular molar root into the submandibular space.
We describe a case of swelling in the right submandibular and sublingual space caused by displacement of a lower second molar root in the submandibular space. This displacement was not recognised at the time of extraction. The techniques used to minimise the risk of accidental displacement of teeth and roots, during extraction are discussed. The importance of recognising this complication and methods of retrieval are highlighted.
Nusrath
M A
MA
Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Sunderland Royal Infirmary, Sunderland, SR4 7TP. manusrath@yahoo.com
Banks
R J
RJ
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008334:Mandible / Q000473:pathology; D008963:Molar / Q000601:surgery; D009334:Neck Muscles / Q000473:pathology*; D014081:Tooth Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects; D014092:Tooth Root / Q000601:surgery