Retrieval of lingually displaced root of lower third molar report of two cases and review of literature

Accidental displacement of teeth or roots can occur during extractions. Lingually inclined or deeply impacted mandibular third molar teeth may have a higher risk of being displaced into soft tissues. A case of lingually displaced root while removing lower third molar is described. The techniques use...

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Published in:	Oral surgery Vol. 14; no. 1; pp. 5 - 16
Main Author:	Dhanrajani, Parmanand
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Edinburgh Wiley Subscription Services, Inc 01-02-2021
Subjects:	complications Dental roots dentoalveolar surgery displaced roots lower third molars Soft tissues
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Summary:	Accidental displacement of teeth or roots can occur during extractions. Lingually inclined or deeply impacted mandibular third molar teeth may have a higher risk of being displaced into soft tissues. A case of lingually displaced root while removing lower third molar is described. 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.
ISSN:	1752-2471 1752-248X
DOI:	10.1111/ors.12495