Evaluation of the Linear Relationship of the Inferior Alveolar Nerve Canal to the Lateral Cortex and the Alveolar Crest in the Posterior Mandible: A Computed Tomographic Study

ConclusionThe study has identified the average linear measurements of the buccal cortical bone along the path of IAN in the mandible, average height of alveolar bone above the IAN and average distance between the IAN with the first and second molar root apices. This will be useful guide while planning and performing various mandibular surgical procedures close to the IAN nerve and procedures that can disturb the IAN. The implications of these findings will influence the course of surgery.
Source: Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research