Accidental Swallowing of a Molar Band

Accidental Swallowing of a Molar Band

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Accidental ingestion or aspiration of foreign big boys hooded tees bodies is considered as a medical emergency in dentistry.Despite their rare occurrence, accidental ingestions are associated with various complications and morbidity, thereby necessitating prevention of their incidence along with early and effective management.Herein, we report a case of accidental swallowing straw of an orthodontic molar band in a patient with unilateral cleft lip and palate and its management.