Coronectomy of lower third molars in intimate relation to the inferior alveolar nerve: A report of two cases

Damage to the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) secondary to the extraction of the lower third molar (LTM) is a relatively frequent complication (0.35-8.40%) that can cause temporary or permanent nerve damage. Coronectomy has been proposed as an alternative, which consists of sectioning the coronary por...

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Published in:Journal of clinical and experimental dentistry 2024-02, Vol.16 (2), p.e223-e228
Main Authors: Salgado-Peralvo, Ángel-Orión, Kewalramani, Naresh, Madruga-González, David, Garcia-Sanchez, Alvaro, Barbi-Actis, Javier, Pérez-Sayáns, Mario
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Language:English
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Summary:Damage to the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) secondary to the extraction of the lower third molar (LTM) is a relatively frequent complication (0.35-8.40%) that can cause temporary or permanent nerve damage. Coronectomy has been proposed as an alternative, which consists of sectioning the coronary portion of the LTM, and deliberately leaving the radicular portion with the pulp intact. Two clinical cases are presented in this article, in which root migration (0-0.3 mm) and a change of angulation (+2º to +9°) occurred. None of the cases developed complications during the follow-up period (12 months). Therefore, coronectomy is a procedure to be considered in selected cases as an alternative to conventional exodontia of the LTM to avoid possible damage to the IAN. Case report, third molar, mandibular third molar, coronectomy, mandibular nerve, mandibular nerve injuries, root migration.
ISSN:1989-5488
1989-5488
DOI:10.4317/jced.60335