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The inferior alveolar nerve exits the mandibular foramen and runs in the mandibular canal before it branches off to supply the teeth, including the second premolar. To anesthetize the nerve at this point, the injection site is commonly located between the first and second premolars, inferior to the root apices, where the nerve is relatively superficial and accessible.

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Local anaesthetic cartridges contain small bubbles of nitrogen gas.

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When using forceps for removal of a tooth, the first direction for the force to be applied is apically.

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Commonest complication with Risdon and submandibular incision is damage to marginal mandibular nerve.

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Mandibular canine and second premolar require primarily rotatory movement for extraction. The mandibular canine has a long, curved root that needs rotation to disengage from the socket. The mandibular second premolar often has bifurcated roots requiring rotational movement to extract effectively.

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The braided structure of Vicryl sutures creates small spaces that can harbor bacteria, increasing the risk of infection. This characteristic makes them less desirable in certain surgical contexts.

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Inferior alveolar nerve block is given in the pterygomandibular space.

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The most common complication following the surgical removal of mandibular teeth is the loss of the blood clot, a condition commonly known as alveolar osteitis or "dry socket". This occurs when the blood clot that forms in the tooth socket after extraction is dislodged or dissolves prematurely, exposing the underlying bone and nerves. This condition is painful and delays the healing process.

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Carious teeth with intact crown is not an indication for open view (transalveolar) extraction. Such teeth can usually be extracted by conventional intra-alveolar method. Open view is indicated for hypercementosis, bone sclerosis, and abnormal root curvature where conventional extraction fails.

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