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What is a rare complication that might occur almost exclusively with the surgical removal of impacted lower third molar tooth?
What is a rare complication that might occur almost exclusively with the surgical removal of impacted lower third molar tooth?
- Maxillary fracture
- Cranial fracture
- Mandibular fracture (correct)
- Zygomatic fracture
What is a common cause of mandibular fracture during dental procedures according to the text?
What is a common cause of mandibular fracture during dental procedures according to the text?
- Use of antibiotics
- Application of excessive force (correct)
- Lack of anesthesia
- Use of dental implants
Which of the following can lead to a weakened mandible according to the text?
Which of the following can lead to a weakened mandible according to the text?
- Dental flossing habits
- Daily teeth brushing
- Senile atrophy and osteoporosis of the bone (correct)
- Regular dental check-ups
Why is preoperative clinical and radiographic evaluation important according to the text?
Why is preoperative clinical and radiographic evaluation important according to the text?
What is one of the physiological changes that may lead to a weakened mandible, as mentioned in the text?
What is one of the physiological changes that may lead to a weakened mandible, as mentioned in the text?
Which dental instrument is specifically mentioned in the text as sometimes causing mandibular fractures?
Which dental instrument is specifically mentioned in the text as sometimes causing mandibular fractures?
Apart from impacted teeth, what other condition is highlighted in the text as a possible cause of mandibular fracture?
Apart from impacted teeth, what other condition is highlighted in the text as a possible cause of mandibular fracture?
In addition to osteomyelitis, which other condition is provided as an example that could result in a weakened mandible?
In addition to osteomyelitis, which other condition is provided as an example that could result in a weakened mandible?
