Question 56 (part 2) · LDEK · Indications and technique

In a patient with planned head and neck radiotherapy, extraction can be performed:

  1. A. 7 days before start of irradiation.
  2. B. 14 days before start of irradiation.
  3. C. 30 days before start of irradiation .
  4. D. 3 months before start of irradiation.
  5. E. 6 months before start of irradiation.
Hint

Allow just enough time for initial socket and mucosal healing without needlessly delaying oncological treatment.

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