TY - JOUR
T1 - Subcutaneous emphysema during restorative dentistry
AU - Steelman, Robert J.
AU - Johannes, Phyllis W.
PY - 2007/5
Y1 - 2007/5
N2 - 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.
AB - 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.
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U2 - 10.1111/j.1365-263X.2006.00814.x
DO - 10.1111/j.1365-263X.2006.00814.x
M3 - Article
C2 - 17397469
AN - SCOPUS:34047160364
SN - 0960-7439
VL - 17
SP - 228
EP - 229
JO - International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry
JF - International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry
IS - 3
ER -