Iatrogenic subcutaneous cervicofacial emphysema with pneumomediastinum after class V restoration
Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
; : 49-52, 2017.
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ABSTRACT
Subcutaneous facial emphysema after dental treatment is an uncommon complication caused by the invasion of high-pressure air; in severe cases, it can spread to the neck, mediastinum, and thorax, resulting in cervical emphysema, pneumomediastinum, and pneumothorax. The present case showed subcutaneous cervicofacial emphysema with pneumomediastinum after class V restoration. The patient was fully recovered after eight days of conservative treatment. The cause of this case was the penetration of high-pressure air through the gingival sulcus, which had a weakened gingival attachment. This case indicated that dentists should be careful to prevent subcutaneous emphysema during common dental treatments using a high-speed hand piece and gingival retraction cord.
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Pneumotórax
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Enfisema Subcutâneo
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Tórax
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Odontólogos
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Enfisema
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Mãos
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Enfisema Mediastínico
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Mediastino
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Humans
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En
Revista:
Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Ano de publicação:
2017
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Article