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Anatomic Variations of the Mandibular Canal as Potential Surgical Complications

Bifid mandibular canal is an anatomical variation of the mandible. The first case report of bifid mandibular canal was published in 1973. This anatomical variant can be revealed by a detailed analysis of the orthopantomogram or CBCT. The most famous classification of this anatomical variation is according to Langleis. After surgical treatment of the lower wisdom teeth, implantation of dental implants, removal of bone grafts from the angle of the mandible, and orthognathic surgery, the incidence of complications in patients with bifid mandibular canal increases. We analyzed orthopantomograms and the incidence of bifid mandibular canal was 4.93%. According to literature data, the incidence is 3-8% based on orthopantomogram analysis, and according to CBCT analysis it is 7-13%. Since the incidence is not low, it is necessary to analyze the x- ray images thoroughly and adjust the surgical procedure to prevent complications. We outline potential complications and how to treat them.

Mandibular Canal ; Anatomy ; Surgical complications ; Orthopantomogram

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Anatomic Variations of the Mandibular Canal as Potential Surgical Complications

Bifid mandibular canal is an anatomical variation of the mandible. The first case report of bifid mandibular canal was published in 1973. This anatomical variant can be revealed by a detailed analysis of the orthopantomogram or CBCT. The most famous classification of this anatomical variation is according to Langleis. After surgical treatment of the lower wisdom teeth, implantation of dental implants, removal of bone grafts from the angle of the mandible, and orthognathic surgery, the incidence of complications in patients with bifid mandibular canal increases. We analyzed orthopantomograms and the incidence of bifid mandibular canal was 4.93%. According to literature data, the incidence is 3-8% based on orthopantomogram analysis, and according to CBCT analysis it is 7-13%. Since the incidence is not low, it is necessary to analyze the x- ray images thoroughly and adjust the surgical procedure to prevent complications. We outline potential complications and how to treat them.

Mandibular Canal ; Anatomy ; Surgical complications ; Orthopantomogram

nije evidentirano