Title of article :
Subcutaneous emphysema of the face in Sina hospital: A case report
Author/Authors :
Mohammadi ، Farnoosh Iran; Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Craniomaxillofacial Research Center, Shariati Hospital, School of Dentistry - Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Seraj ، Bahman Department of Pediatric Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Baber ، Sajjad Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Sina Hospital - Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Abstract :
Subcutaneous emphysema of the face is an uncommon complication caused by dental procedures such as curettage, root canal treatment, extraction, restorative treatment and dental instruments like airwater syringe and hand piece. Subcutaneous emphysema can be life threatening if involved the spaces of neck and superior mediastinum. In this rare case, subcutaneous emphysema of the face was developed after potential removal of an amalgam tattoo with the help of an excavator. The patient was completely recovered after three days of timely medical treatment.
Keywords :
Celecoxib , Cyclooxygenase2 inhibitors , Pain management
Journal title :
Journal of Craniomaxillofacial Research
Journal title :
Journal of Craniomaxillofacial Research
