DISPLACEMENT OF A MANDIBULAR THIRD MOLAR INTO THE PTERYGOMANDIBULAR SPACE: A CASE REPORT

Rashi Punia

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DISPLACEMENT OF A MANDIBULAR THIRD MOLAR INTO THE PTERYGOMANDIBULAR SPACE: A CASE REPORT

Vol. 5 No. 06 (2019): Volume 05 Issue 06 | Pages: 01-04 |

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Rashi Punia
Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Ymt Dental College and Hospital, Navi Mumbai, India

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Published Date: 2019-06-04
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Rashi Punia. (2019). DISPLACEMENT OF A MANDIBULAR THIRD MOLAR INTO THE PTERYGOMANDIBULAR SPACE: A CASE REPORT. International Journal of Medical Science and Dental Health, 5(06), 01-04. https://www.ijmsdh.org/index.php/ijmsdh/article/view/71

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Abstract

Displacement of mandibular third molars into anatomically adjacent spaces is a rare complication that can occur during dental extractions. One such space is the pterygomandibular space, a potential space located deep within the oral cavity. This case report presents a rare occurrence of a mandibular third molar getting displaced into the pterygomandibular space during a routine dental extraction procedure. A 35-year-old female patient underwent the extraction of a symptomatic mandibular third molar. Intraoperatively, the tooth unexpectedly dislodged into the pterygomandibular space. Immediate measures were taken to manage the situation, including radiographic assessment, imaging, and referral to a maxillofacial surgeon. The case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing such complications promptly and efficiently to prevent potential complications and ensure the best possible patient outcome.

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Mandibular third molar, pterygomandibular space, dental extraction

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