Microsurgical Repair of Inferior Alveolar Nerve Injuries Associated With Endodontic Treatment: Results on Sensory Function and Relief of Pain.

Purpose: An uncommon, but serious complication of endodontic treatment is inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) injury warranting operative intervention for exploration, debridement, and repair. The purpose of the study was to evaluate outcomes of microneurosurgical intervention for endotontic-related IAN injuries in terms of achievement of functional sensory recovery (FSR) and pain relief and to identify factors affecting outcomes.

Methods: A retrospective cohort study of patients who had microsurgical exploration and repair of IAN injuries sustained during endodontic therapy was performed.