You learn that the patient had a third molar extraction a few months prior to the present appointment and has had no problems. Intraorally, the extraction site appears to be healing. There is some...

You learn that the patient had a third molar extraction a few months prior to the present appointment and has had no problems. Intraorally, the extraction site appears to be healing. There is some swelling in the second and third molar region,

but he does not report any pain (Fig. 12.41A).

1.
What connections should be considered between his intraoral condition and the extraoral condition?

2.
What systemic problems or disease states would you consider that might be relevant in this case? After further examination, you notice a small opening on the lower external jaw area (Fig. 12.41B).

3.
What would you consider at this point?