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Oro-antral Communication

Oro-antral communication indicates an abnormal communication or passage presenting between the maxillary sinus and oral cavity. It occurs as a result of various pathological processes and most commonly occurs after an extraction. It is diagnosed by doing the Valsalva method. It is managed by creating a barrier between the oral cavity and maxillary sinus to prevent having maxillary sinusitis.

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What is causing fluid movement in my cheek and how to treat it?

Query: Hi doctor, I am an 18-years-old female. My weight is 105 pounds, and my height is 5.4 feet. I underwent jaw surgery precisely two months before, and I am under treatment for Hashimoto's disease. Whenever I puff my cheek, I can feel some air or fluid moving in the cheek area into my left eye. I have ...  Read Full »


Dr. Ranjit Peter

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your clinical history and symptoms, you seem to have developed an oro-antral fistula, which is a communication between your oral cavity and left maxillary sinus. This usually happens through the extraction of a tooth in the premolar or molar region. I suggest ...  Read Full »

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