Accidental displacement of Mandibular first molar root into buccal space: A unique case.

A few cases of accidental displacement of mandibular molar or fragment of tooth into adjacent anatomical spaces, during surgical interventions have been reported. This report describes a unique case of swelling with extra oral skin fistula in mandibular body region caused by unrecognized displacement of a lower first molar root into buccal space. The possible causes for such incident along with the complications which may occur, and the techniques used to prevent the risk of accidental displacement of tooth and roots, during extraction are discussed. The importance of recognizing this complication and actions to be taken after recognizing it are highlighted.