World J Oral Maxillofac Surg | Volume 4, Issue 1 | Case Report | Open Access

Surgical Management of Iatrogenic Ranula and Sialadenitis after Lingual Frenectomy - A Case Report and Literature Review

Fuenmayor G Luis1*, Pulido Katya1, Remolina E María1, Mendoza C Jocelyn2 and Liceaga R Rodrigo3

1Autonomous University of Baja California, Mexico
2Dentist in Private Practice
3Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital General de Campeche, Campeche, Mexico

*Correspondance to: Fuenmayor G Luis 

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Abstract

The ranula has been defined as pseudocysts or accumulation of saliva in surrounding tissues. Frenectomy it’s a common oral surgery procedure to correct tongue tie, nevertheless it is necessary to be aware of surrounding anatomic structure to avoid complications. We managed two different lesions caused by an iatrogenic procedure performed for a poorly trained professional. Nevertheless, we were able to improve patient conditions and obtain good results.

Keywords:

Ranula; Frenectomy; Iatrogenic; Swelling; Pain

Citation:

Luis FG, Katya P, María RE, Jocelyn MC, Rodrigo LR. Surgical Management of Iatrogenic Ranula and Sialadenitis after Lingual Frenectomy - A Case Report and Literature Review. World J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2021;4(1):1041..

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