Abstract:
Impalement injuries to the oral cavity are common in preschool-aged children due to their tendency to fall while holding objects in their mouths. A variety of items, including pencils, straws, cylindrical toys, chopsticks, spoons, forks, and toothbrushes, can lead to such injuries. This case report discusses the management of a four-year-old girl who sustained an accidental toothbrush impalement into the left buccal mucosa, demonstrating satisfactory healing during follow-up visits. Timely management of impalement injuries is essential to avoid severe complications.
Keywords: Buccal space, impalement, trauma, tooth brush
Biography:
Dr. Santosh Dharel is a dedicated dental professional from Nepal. He obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, and his Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry from B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Dharan, Nepal. He currently serves as a Consultant Pedodontist at Kanti Children’s Hospital. Dr. Dharel is committed to the comprehensive management of oral and maxillofacial diseases in children and adolescents, including those with special health care needs.Beyond clinical practice, he has a strong passion for advancing dental research and exploring emerging frontiers in pediatric dentistry.
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