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Orthopantomogram showing multiple radiolucent lesions in the mandible
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The OPG revealed well-defined multilocular lesions [Figure 1], around 4 cm x 4 cm in size associated with respect to the right mandibular first and third molars and a well-defined unilocular radioluceny of about 12 cm x 5 cm size, extending from the mandibular canine to the third molar on the left side of the mandible.
Cone-beam computed tomography Image showing multiple bone cavities in the mandible
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A cone-beam computed tomography image was acquired to establish the position of the inferior alveolar neurovascular bundle and to determine the status of bone [Figure 2].
(a and b) Intraoperative photographs showing bone explorations
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Surgical exploration revealed empty cavities with scarce amounts of tissue [Figures 3a and b].
Suturing done
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The cavity was packed with chips of Perioglas allogenic bone graft and closure was done using 3-0 vicryl sutures [Figure 4].