Author/Authors :
Alcides Arruda, José Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - School of Dentistry - University of Pernambuco, PE, Brazil , Silva, Pedro Department of Oral Rehabilitation - School of Dentistry - Federal University of Goias, GO, Brazil , Silva, Luciano Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - School of Dentistry - University of Pernambuco, PE, Brazil , Álvares, Pâmella Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - School of Dentistry - University of Pernambuco, PE, Brazil , Silva, Leni Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - School of Dentistry - University of Pernambuco, PE, Brazil , Zavanelli, Ricardo Department of Oral Rehabilitation - School of Dentistry - Federal University of Goias, GO, Brazil , Rodrigues, Cleomar Faculdades Integradas da Uniao Educacional do Planalto Central, DF, Brazil , Gerbi, Marleny Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - School of Dentistry - University of Pernambuco, PE, Brazil , Paula Sobral, Ana Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - School of Dentistry - University of Pernambuco, PE, Brazil , Silveira, Marcia Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - School of Dentistry - University of Pernambuco, PE, Brazil
Abstract :
The canalis sinuosus is a neurovascular canal, a branch of nerve of infraorbital canal, through which the anterior superior alveolar
nerve passes and then leans medially in course between the nasal cavity and the maxillary sinus, reaching the premaxilla in the
canine and incisor region. The purpose of this article is to report a case with the presence of canalis sinuosus, in order to alert and
guide professionals and discuss the morphology of this anatomical variation avoiding trans- and postsurgical disorders in dental
implants. A 51-year-old female was attended to in a radiology clinic, reporting paresthesia in the right upper lip region and painful
symptomatology after the installation of an implant in the corresponding region. The case revealed the presence of canalis sinuosus
in imaging exams.The knowledge of this anatomical variation is essential for professionals, because attention to this region prevents
irreversible damage. Therefore, the use of imaging examinations is recommended during the planning stages and treatment and
after surgery in patients undergoing surgery in this area.
