Iatrogenic subcutaneous cervicofacial emphysema with pneumomediastinum after class V restoration
- 대한구강악안면외과학회
- 대한구강악안면외과학회지
- 대한구강악안면외과학회지 제43권 제1호
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2017.0249 - 52 (4 pages)
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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.
Abstract
I. Introduction
II. Case Report
III. Discussion
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