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[Germectomy of upper wisdom teeth. Clinical case].

A Lamperti1, M Rosmarini

  • 1Ospedale di Legnano.

Dental Cadmos
|April 15, 1990
PubMed
Summary

A third upper molar germectomy can lead to complications, specifically the tooth slipping below the masseter floor. This risk highlights the need for careful surgical technique during wisdom tooth removal.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Dental Anatomy

Background:

  • Third upper molar germectomy is a common dental procedure.
  • Understanding potential surgical complications is crucial for patient safety.

Observation:

  • A specific complication during third upper molar germectomy involves the tooth slipping.
  • The potential displacement is into the masseter floor region.

Findings:

  • The tooth may displace inferiorly during the surgical extraction of a developing third upper molar.
  • This displacement can occur into the anatomical space occupied by the masseter muscle's floor.

Implications:

  • Awareness of this complication can guide surgical planning and technique.
  • Further studies may be needed to quantify the incidence and management of this specific complication.

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