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Could my jaw be fractured during tooth extraction?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes: A rare complication of wisdom tooth extraction is a fractured jaw. Another reason to have your wisdom teeth extracted by an oral surgeon.

Dr Malerman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/1/2018

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Dr. Allan Hawryluk answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes: Fracture of the jaw is a very rare event in tooth extraction. It is has a higher incidence in patients with severe osteoporosis. Excessive force during the extraction can also contribute.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/12/2014

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