Dental and oral surgery is one of the commonest reasons for providing anaesthesia to children in the UK. Other than simple extractions for caries, patients may present for restorative work… Click to show full abstract
Dental and oral surgery is one of the commonest reasons for providing anaesthesia to children in the UK. Other than simple extractions for caries, patients may present for restorative work and to facilitate orthodontic treatment. A familiarity with the techniques involved is essential, including that of airway maintenance with a nasal mask, which is still used in some centres.
               
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