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Subcutaneous emphysema during restorative dentistry
Author(s) -
STEELMAN ROBERT J.,
JOHANNES PHYLLIS W.
Publication year - 2007
Publication title -
international journal of paediatric dentistry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.183
H-Index - 62
eISSN - 1365-263X
pISSN - 0960-7439
DOI - 10.1111/j.1365-263x.2006.00814.x
Subject(s) - medicine , subcutaneous emphysema , mediastinal emphysema , dentistry , dental procedure , restorative dentistry , surgery , dental care , complication
Background. Subcutaneous emphysema is a rare occurrence in the dental setting. When it does occur, the entity may be mistaken for an anaphylactic reaction to a local anaesthetic agent or other medications used in dental surgery. Case Report. During restorative treatment of a left second primary molar air was introduced under an operculum. Communication with submandibular and sublingual spaces to the mediastinum was established. Conclusion. Therapy for subcutaneous emphysema involves, correct diagnosis and antibiotic coverage. Subcutaneous air will resolve over time so observation is indicated.