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What can be a consequence of improper injection technique during a dental procedure?
What is a potential consequence of not waiting long enough for anesthesia to work during a dental procedure?
What may result from the fracture of the alveolar process if the broken part is small and separated?
What can be a reason for the fracture of Maxillary Tuberosity?
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What could be a result of incorrect positioning of the dentist and/or patient during a dental procedure?
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Study Notes
Dental Extraction Complications
- A dental extraction complication is an adverse or unplanned event that increases morbidity beyond what's expected from a normal surgical procedure.
Sources of Complications
- The patient: e.g., not following instructions, hiding health conditions
- The dentist: e.g., inexperience, carelessness
- The surgical procedure: e.g., complexity of procedure, anatomy of surgical site
Prevention of Complications
- The best way to manage complications is to prevent them
- Prevention depends on:
- Preoperative assessment
- Treatment plan
- Care during surgical procedure
Operative Complications
- Failure of local anesthesia (L.A.)
- Fracture of:
- Tooth
- Alveolus
- Bone
- Displacement of adjacent tooth
- Oroantral communication
- Lost tooth
- Soft tissue injuries
- Dislocation of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
- Hemorrhage
- Nerve injury
Postoperative Complications
- Swelling
- Trismus
- Ecchymosis
- Postextraction granuloma
- Emphysma
- Bleeding
- Painful postextraction socket
- Fibrinolytic alveolitis (dry socket)
- Others
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Test your knowledge on dental extraction complications with this quiz. Explore the definition of complications and their sources, including patient behavior, dentist experience, and surgical procedures. Sharpen your understanding of potential adverse events and their impact on patient morbidity.
