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Which of the following can cause damage to the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve?
Which of the following can cause damage to the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve?
- Teeth whitening
- Orthodontic treatment
- Gum disease
- Maxillofacial trauma (correct)
Which type of surgery is commonly associated with damage to the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve?
Which type of surgery is commonly associated with damage to the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve?
- Cataract surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- Appendectomy
- Surgery for pathologic lesions of the jaws (correct)
What is the most common cause of damage to the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve?
What is the most common cause of damage to the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve?
- Orthodontic treatment
- Dentoalveolar surgery (correct)
- Orthognathic surgery
- Dental fillings
What is the long-term outcome of microneurosurgery for the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve?
What is the long-term outcome of microneurosurgery for the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve?
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What percentage of patients evaluated for involvement of the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve may undergo surgery?
What percentage of patients evaluated for involvement of the inferior alveolar and lingual nerve may undergo surgery?
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