Pediatric oral surgery – A retrospective analysis on prevalence and treatment outcome

Abstract

Objectives: The intention of this study is to record the role of oral surgery in treating pediatric age group also to understand and emphasize the surgical protocol in pediatric patients. Material and Methods: In this retrospective study, data about the pediatric patients treated for maxillofacial fractures, cyst, and tumors were recorded since 2017 from the archive of Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Rajah Muthiah Dental College, and results were analyzed. Results: Since 2017, almost 220 cystic and fracture cases including pediatric and adult patients have been recorded of which 72 cases were odontogenic cysts and tumors and 148 were maxillofacial fractures. Among these, 17 cases were reported in patient <15 years that account for 7.72% of all cyst and fracture. Of these, nine cases were pediatric fractures and eight cases were pediatric cyst and tumors. Conclusion: The practice of pediatric dentistry demands a holistic approach toward oral health with thorough understanding of the anatomy, behavior, and growth potential of the child. Thus, the role of oral surgeons in providing care for such age group remains cardinal as they treat the pathology and maintain growth as well without any setback.