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Title: Mandibular fracture as a complication of inferior alveolar nerve transposition and placement of endosseous implants: a case report. Author: Karlis V, Bae RD, Glickman RS. Journal: Implant Dent; 2003; 12(3):211-6. PubMed ID: 14560480. Abstract: Placement of endosseous implants and inferior alveolar nerve transposition is a treatment option for patients with an edentulous posterior mandible with inadequate bone height superior to the inferior alveolar canal. Complications associated with these procedures include infection, prolonged neurosensory disturbances, and/or pathologic fracture. This report presents the surgical management of a patient with a mandible fracture after inferior alveolar nerve transposition with concurrent placement of two endosseous implants.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]