Accidental ingestion of foreign body in dental practice and its management

Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Dental Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 1

Abstract

Abstract: Foreign body aspiration or ingestion can be a potential complication during routine dental treatment. The handling of dental objects requires particular care, especially where the patient is supine or semi-recumbent. Dentist must be able to manage emergency situations in which patients accidentally swallow dental instruments or materials during treatment and procedures. This article reviews the complications, management and prevention of aspiration or ingestion of foreign bodies. Keywords: supine or semi-recumbent, aspiration or ingestion

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Disha D. Kandi, Dr. Nitin Gulve, Professor . , Lecturer .

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Dr. Disha D. Kandi, Dr. Nitin Gulve, Professor . , Lecturer . (2016). Accidental ingestion of foreign body in dental practice and its management. Scholars Journal of Dental Sciences, 3(1), 37-44. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-372818