Abstract:Introduction: Among the specialties, the maxillofacial surgery is one in which the professional is more exposed to accidents and complications. Thus, once the surgery is indicated, it is important to have a detailed surgical planning based on the physical examination and imaging examinations, in order to avoid iatrogenies. Objective: To report an atypical and rare case of suture needle fracture aftersuturing in minor oral surgery. Case report: Female patient, with the presence of a suture needle in parapharyng… Show more
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