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How likely is nerve damage during the operation?

April 26, 2017damage likely nerve operation

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How likely is nerve damage during the operation?

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Unfortunately, due to the proximity of the mandibular (lower jaw) nerve to most wisdom teeth, there is a small risk of nerve damage during the procedure. Accurate localization of this nerve through x-rays serves to minimize this risk.