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  • Title: Osteomyelitis of the mandible following third molar surgery: a regrettable consequence in a healthy patient.
    Author: Schoen R, Suarez-Cunqueiro MM, Metzger MC, Schmelzeisen R.
    Journal: Quintessence Int; 2009 May; 40(5):351-4. PubMed ID: 19582237.
    Abstract:
    This clinical case describes mandibular osteomyelitis in a healthy 31-year-old man as a severe complication following third molar removal. Recurrent abscess formations were treated with intensive therapy involving antibiotics, surgical debridement of the affected region, and hyperbaric oxygen. In the follow-up, despite microbiologic study to determine the indicated treatment approach, a severe osteomyelitis was present, clinically and radiographically. Finally, a partial resection of the mandible, including exarticulation, was indicated to manage this severe complication.
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