New study offers hope for sensory recovery in patients with lower lip numbness

The loss of sensory function in the lower lip, caused by the sacrifice or damage of the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) during mandibulectomy, may no longer be an irreversible condition, according to a study published June 8, 2023 in the International Journal of Oral Science. The research, conducted by a team of experts in the field, sheds light on the potential for sensory recovery in patients undergoing IAN sacrifice, offering hope for improved quality of life.