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Rationale for removing impacted teeth: when to extract or not to extract.
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, College of Dentistry, Ohio State University, Columbus 43210.
Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|July 1, 1992
Summary
Impacted teeth removal decisions consider age, crowding, disease, and root resorption. Even asymptomatic impacted teeth carry potential risks requiring careful evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
Background:
- Impacted teeth are a common dental issue.
- Factors influencing their management include patient age, dental crowding, periodontal disease, and root resorption.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the key factors influencing the decision-making process for impacted tooth extraction.
- To highlight the potential risks associated with even asymptomatic impacted teeth.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of factors affecting impacted tooth management.
- Analysis of clinical considerations for extraction decisions.
Main Results:
- Age, crowding, disease, and root resorption are primary determinants for extraction.
- Asymptomatic impacted teeth possess inherent risks that necessitate consideration.
Conclusions:
- The decision to extract impacted teeth is multifactorial.
- Proactive management is crucial due to the potential for future complications.