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http://dx.doi.org/10.5395/JKACD.2011.36.6.506

Subcutaneous emphysema during fracture line inspection: case report  

Kim, Min-Young (Department of Conservative Dentistry, Microscope Center, Yonsei University College of Dentistry)
Park, Sung-Ho (Department of Conservative Dentistry, Microscope Center, Yonsei University College of Dentistry)
Shin, Yoo-Seok (Department of Conservative Dentistry, Microscope Center, Yonsei University College of Dentistry)
Kim, Eui-Seong (Department of Conservative Dentistry, Microscope Center, Yonsei University College of Dentistry)
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Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics / v.36, no.6, 2011 , pp. 506-509 More about this Journal
Abstract
The development of subcutaneous emphysema is a well-known complication that has been reported after dental extraction, endodontic treatment, or restorative preparation. Gaseous invasion, leading to swelling, crepitus on palpation, is commonly restricted to the connective tisssues immediately adjacent to the entry site. However, the use of compressed air- and water-cooled turbines may allow large amounts of air and water to be driven through the fascial planes into the mediastinum, pleural space, or even the retroperitoneum. This case report is about the patient who presented with subcutaneous emphysema that occurred after fracture line inspection. Possible cause, treatment, and prevention of emphysema will be discussed.
Keywords
Dental treatment; Subcutaneous emphysema;
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