Nerve injury is a frequent sequela of dental and maxillofacial procedures, with the trigeminal nerve and its inferior alveolar and lingual divisions most commonly affected. Injury patterns range from ...

Mandible reconstruction goes far beyond the mere removal of a tumor; it's about restoring a patient's quality of life and their ability to interact with the world. Historically, the focus has been on ...

Maxillofacial surgery describes a broad category of procedures involving the mouth, jaw, or lower face. It can help to treat a range of conditions and is sometimes done to prepare the mouth for dental ...

A woman in Japan can once again feel pain and temperature in her mouth thanks to the immediate repair of her alveolar nerve, which was damaged during jaw surgery. The case report was published on May ...