Salivary gland injury subsequent to implant surgery
Nahlieli, O.; Droma, E.B.; Eliav, E.; Zaguri, A.; Shacham, R.; Bar, T.
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants 23(3): 556-560
2008
ISSN/ISBN: 0882-2786 PMID: 18700383 Document Number: 14809
Implant-based prosthetic restoration and oral rehabilitation is a very popular modality of treatment, with excellent success rates. Although a relatively safe procedure, implant insertion has its risks, which have been described in the literature. This article describes an as-yet unreported complication following implant insertion-salivary gland injury. The characteristics of salivary gland injury are examined, and 4 cases in which the salivary apparatus was injured or obstructed during 1 of the phases of implant therapy are presented.
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