Practice abstract
British Dental Journal 202, 32 - 33 (2007)
Published online: 13 January 2007 | doi:10.1038/bdj.2006.114
Subject Category: Anaesthesia and sedation
Upper lip blanching and diplopia associated with local anaesthesia of the inferior alveolar nerve
J. K. Scott1, B. J. Moxham2 & I. P. Downie3
- Describes a rare case that can occur in the practice setting.
- Outlines management guidelines.
- An anatomical/physiological explanation is proposed.
Abstract
A case of transient left lateral rectus nerve palsy, following an inferior alveolar nerve block to enable the surgical removal of a permanent mandibular left third molar tooth, is reported. The anatomy related to this case is considered together with suggestions for management of such patients.
- Senior House Officer, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Salisbury District Hospital, SP2 8BJ
- Professor of Anatomy, Cardiff School of Biosciences, Cardiff University, Museum Avenue, Cardiff, CF10 3US
- Consultant, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Salisbury District Hospital, SP2 8BJ
Correspondence to: J. K. Scott1 e-mail: julesyscott@yahoo.co.uk
