A dental implant in the infratemporal fossa: case report

Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2013 Jul-Aug;28(4):e195-7. doi: 10.11607/jomi.3143.

Abstract

This case report describes a rare displacement of a dental implant in the infratemporal fossa, which occurred during placement of the implant into the pterygoid process with computer-assisted technology. The implant was immediately removed by means of an intraoral approach to prevent any neurologic complications. Although computer-aided systems in implant surgery represent a reliable and effective tool, the surgeon should always instruct the patient on the necessary behavior during implant placement and the risks associated with a lack of adherence to these recommendations.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Dental Implantation, Endosseous / adverse effects*
  • Dental Implants
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Surgery, Computer-Assisted / adverse effects*
  • Temporal Bone
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed

Substances

  • Dental Implants