In the event a needle breaks and embeds in the tissue, it should be removed as soon as possible to avoid infection

A) True
B) False

B
Explanation: B) In the event a needle breaks and embeds in the tissue, the patient should be referred to an oral surgeon for evaluation. Surgical removal may not be indicated due to the potential for extensive tissue damage that is possible during removal. Retaining needle fragments might ultimately cause less tissue damage than removal although most embedded needles are removed.

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