Yuvaraj Vaithilingam1, T S Balaji1, Nithin Jude Joseph1, Varsha Murthy2, Suresh Kumar3. 1. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, Cuddalore Mainroad, Pondicherry, 607402 India. 2. Department of Prosthodontia, Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, Pondicherry, 607402 India. 3. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Adhi Parasakthi Dental College and Hospital, Melmaruvathur, Tamilnadu India.
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Lingual nerve damage is one of the common complications following mandibular third molar surgery. On considering the impact of lingual nerve damage on the patient's quality of life, it is necessary to exercise caution to minimize its occurrence. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Although many lingual retractors are available, in this article we describe an indigenously designed lingual retractor for use in mandibular third molar surgery. CONCLUSION: The indigenous lingual retractor described in this article provides advantages like clear access and excellent retention unlike conventional retractors.
INTRODUCTION:Lingual nerve damage is one of the common complications following mandibular third molar surgery. On considering the impact of lingual nerve damage on the patient's quality of life, it is necessary to exercise caution to minimize its occurrence. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Although many lingual retractors are available, in this article we describe an indigenously designed lingual retractor for use in mandibular third molar surgery. CONCLUSION: The indigenous lingual retractor described in this article provides advantages like clear access and excellent retention unlike conventional retractors.
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Keywords:
Lingual flap retractor; Lingual nerve damage; Third molar surgery