# A Rare Complication of Dental Care: A Case of Subcutaneous Emphysema, Pneumomediastinum, and Pneumopericardium

## TL;DR

A 64-year-old man developed rare complications after a dental procedure, including air in the soft tissues and around the heart, highlighting the need for prompt recognition in emergency care.

## Contribution

The paper presents a rare case of iatrogenic complications from dental care and emphasizes the importance of timely diagnosis and management.

## Key findings

- A dental procedure using an air-driven tool caused subcutaneous emphysema, pneumomediastinum, and pneumopericardium.
- Prompt recognition and management in emergency settings are crucial to prevent deterioration from such iatrogenic complications.

## Abstract

This article reports the rare case of a 64-year-old man who presented at the emergency department with interscapular pain following a dental procedure. Imaging revealed subcutaneous emphysema, pneumomediastinum, and pneumopericardium, resulting from the use of an air-driven tool during the treatment of a molar implant. Although uncommon, such iatrogenic complications can lead to serious consequences and should be promptly recognized and managed in emergency settings to prevent further deterioration.