Mandibular third molars frequently present as partially or fully impacted teeth requiring surgical management. Extraction techniques span full odontectomy with tooth sectioning to coronectomy when ...

The study was approved by the ethical and research committee at the faculty of dentistry, University of Jordan, Approval no. (1558), and has been conducted in full accordance with the world medical ...

Third molars, commonly known as wisdom teeth, present a complex challenge in contemporary dental care due to their variable eruption patterns, high rates of impaction and potential to cause pathology ...

Impacted teeth fail to erupt within the expected developmental window and are often blocked by gum tissue or bone. Maxillary cuspids (canines) possess the longest roots and are critical for proper ...

Orthodontists may be more likely to support early extraction of third molars to prevent crowding and cavities, while oral surgeons focus on avoiding pericoronitis and infections. This study was ...