A team from the Dental Department of AIIMS Gorakhpur has successfully removed a tooth which developed inside the nose of a four -year -old child in Chauri, Uttar Pradesh. The process included advanced surgical intervention and is considered the first case to be handled locally, first requiring referrals for major centers in Delhi or Lucknow.

The child suffered severe pain near the upper jaw and nose for six months, during which his family consulted several hospitals and dentists in Gorakhpur and Deuria, but the problem continued to deteriorate.

On reaching AIIMS Gorakhpur, his investigation Dr. Shailesh Kumar, Assistant Professor and Oral and Maxilofacial Surgeon. Detailed scans and examinations revealed an unusually developed tooth inside the nose cavity, with a cyst attached to the jaw, presenting a unique surgical challenge.

AIIMS Director and CEO, Dr. After consultation with Viba Dutta, the child was admitted under general anesthesia with special preparations and equipment organized by the Department of Anesthesiology. The surgical team was led by Dr. Shailesh Kumar did, Dr. Praveen Kumar (Senior resident), Dr. Priyanka Tripathi (Junior resident), Dr. Santosh Sharma (Head of Anesthesia), Dr. With the support of Ganesh Nimje (Associate Professor) and Nursing Officer Pankaj Devi.

After surgery, the child was reported to be healthy and placed in a special ward under observation. Dr. Vibha Dutta monitored the patient’s recovery. The results of the operation allowed possible future complications such as facial deformities, breathing difficulties and psychological effects.

“A year ago the child may suffer a face injury, there may be a possible reason for the issue. If a specialist was given timely advice, surgery could be avoided. I urge my parents not to ignore any injury in the child’s face or jaw and always consult oral and maxillofacial surgeon.”

The case will be documented and presented to a reputed medical journal for publication, with the rarity and complexity of the institution to resolve such medical challenges, the ability of the institution will be highlighted.

Medical professionals involved in the case emphasized the importance of early and accurate diagnosis when children are constantly present with oral or facial pain.

The team emphasized that special intervention may be important in preventing the growth of rare conditions and ensuring better forecast for children patients.