Foreign Body in Maxillary Deciduous First Molar – A Case Report

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Children have a tendency to explore andinteract with their external environment by placing andchewing objects in their mouth.Case report This article reports a case of lodgement of astaple pin in a neglected decay in the left maxillary deciduousfirst molar in a six year old male patient. The child reportedof pain which was spontaneous and aggravated on chewing.An emergency extraction of the tooth involved was performedunder local anaesthesia.Conclusion: In conclusion, this article further stresses on theneed of periodic examination of the overall oral health status inchildren and perform necessary early preventive procedures.