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Konstantinia Almpani1, Olga-Elpis Kolokitha1
1Konstantinia Almpani, Forsyth Institute, Boston, MA 02115, United States.
Abstract:
The role of third molars in the oral cavity has been extensively studied over the years. Literature includes numerous diagnostic and treatment alternatives regarding the third molars. However, an issue that has not been discussed at the same level is their involvement in orthodontic therapy. The aim of this study is to present a review of the contemporary literature regarding the most broadly discussed aspects of the multifactorial role of third molars in orthodontics and which are of general dental interest too.
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