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The contents and prevalence of the postoperative complications after the lower third molar extraction (n = 183).
| Postoperative complication | Number (%) |
|---|---|
| Inferior alveolar nerve paralysis | 31 (1.7) |
| Lingual nerve paralysis | 4 (0.2) |
| Wound infection | 26 (1.4) |
| Prolonged wound healing | 15 (0.8) |
| Dry socket | 59 (3.2) |
| Postoperative pain | 30 (1.6) |
| Postoperative hemorrhage | 6 (0.3) |
| Tooth residue | 6 (0.3) |
| Allergy due to postoperative use of antibiotic | 6 (0.3) |
