Submandibular-space abscess from loss of a bonded molar tube during orthognathic surgery

The use of bonded orthodontic molar tubes is becoming more prevalent in orthodontics because they have some advantages over conventional bonding. However, a bonded apparatus can become detached, leading to complications. This article presents the case of a submandibular-space abscess associated with...

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Published inAmerican journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics Vol. 143; no. 5; pp. 735 - 737
Main Authors de Queiroz, Sormani Bento Fernandes, Curioso, Pedro Augusto Bulhões, Carvalho, Francisco Samuel Rodrigues, de Lima, Valthierre Nunes
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Mosby, Inc 01.05.2013
Subjects
Abscess - etiology
Abscess - therapy
Dental Debonding
Dentistry
Foreign Bodies - complications
Humans
Male
Malocclusion, Angle Class III - surgery
Malocclusion, Angle Class III - therapy
Maxilla - abnormalities
Mouth Diseases - etiology
Mouth Diseases - therapy
Orthodontic Brackets - adverse effects
Orthognathic Surgical Procedures - adverse effects
Prognathism - complications
Prognathism - therapy
Treatment Outcome
Young Adult
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Summary:The use of bonded orthodontic molar tubes is becoming more prevalent in orthodontics because they have some advantages over conventional bonding. However, a bonded apparatus can become detached, leading to complications. This article presents the case of a submandibular-space abscess associated with a molar tube that detached during orthognathic surgery and became embedded in the soft tissues. The site became infected, and antibiotics were prescribed. Eventually, the molar tube migrated and could be removed under local anesthesia.
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ISSN:0889-5406
1097-6752
DOI:10.1016/j.ajodo.2012.03.036