Question 351 · LDEK · Abscesses and phlegmons
Which of the following factors may directly cause the development of a tongue root abscess?
- A. injury during infiltration anaesthesia in the oral cavity floor.
- B. injury caused by a denture clasp.
- C. diseases within the parotid gland.
- D. piercing.
- E. purulent epidermoid cyst.
Hint
The tongue root lies deep and posterior; think of a lesion located within it that can become infected.
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