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ENGLISH SUMMARY
Cervicofascial Subcutaneous Emphysema and Pneumomediastinum Following Routine Restorative
Dentistry - Two Case Reports
Viktorsson TV', Einarsdottir H2, Benedikz E3, Torfason B4
Although a well-known complication of dental treatment, cervicofacial
subcutaneous emphysema is uncommon, especially with co-existing
pneumomediastinum. This complication is usually attributed to high-
speed air-driven handpieces or air-water syringes. Pneumomediastinum
is usually self-limiting but potentially life threatening. We present two
cases where both patients suffered from cervicofacial subcutaneous
emphysema, one additionally having pneumomediastinum following
routine restorative dentistry.
Key words: Cervicofacial emphysema, pneumomediastinum, dental restorative treatment.
Correspondence: Þorsteinn Viðar Viktorsson, steini.vidar@gmaii.com
'Department of Surgery, !Department of Diagnostic Radiology, 3Department of Emergency Room Medicine, 4Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Landspítali - The National
University Hospital oflceland.
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