Gandhi, NitashaGandhi, SumirBither, Saurab2012-08-072012-08-072011-09Gandhi Nitasha, Gandhi Sumir, Bither Saurab. Displacement of endodontic instruments in inferior alveolar canal. Indian Journal of Dental Research. 2011 Sept-Oct; 22(5): 736.http://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/140129Endodontic instrument breakage is a common occurrence during root canal treatment but the displacement of the separated instrument into the inferior alveolar canal is rare and has never been reported. We hereby present an unusual case of displacement of a separated instrument in the inferior alveolar canal and its retrieval by a simple technique.enEndodontic fileinferior alveolar canalseparated fileBicuspid --pathologyEquipment FailureFemaleFollow-Up StudiesForeign Bodies --etiologyHumansIatrogenic DiseaseMandibular NerveMiddle AgedRadiography, BitewingRoot Canal Preparation --adverse effectsRoot Canal Preparation --instrumentationSurgical FlapsTrigeminal Nerve Injuries --etiologyArticle