Circuit 2, station 10

In cases of facial paraesthesia with a known aetiology, what percentage is attributed to dental procedures?

Which nerves are most commonly implicated in paresthesia resulting from dental procedures?

Which region of the face and oral cavity is primarily controlled by the Inferior Alveolar Nerve (IAN)?

What is the reported incidence of IAN paraesthesia after dental procedures?

How long does the neurologic symptom duration of IAN paraesthesia vary?

When is the altered sensation typically noted by the patient in cases of IAN paraesthesia?

What is the key difference between classic paraesthesia and delayed paraesthesia?

What should you advise the patient to avoid for the first 24 hours after dental surgery to prevent postoperative bleeding?

What do you advise patients to stop bleeding from a socket after dental surgery?

When would you advise a patient can start using mouthwashes after dental surgery?

How should a patient prepare a saltwater mouthwash for post-surgery use?

What should the patient do if they notice an unusual taste in their mouth or an unusual discharge after dental surgery?

What may cause discomfort, swelling, and bruising around the cheeks, jawline, and neck during the week following dental surgery?