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Accidental displacement of impacted maxillary third molars
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|December 1, 1986
Summary
Accidental displacement of impacted third molars into the maxillary sinus or infratemporal fossa presents diagnostic challenges. This study details three such cases and discusses management strategies.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Dental Radiology
- Anatomy
Background:
- Third molars, particularly maxillary ones, are prone to impaction.
- Accidental displacement during extraction can lead to complications in adjacent anatomical spaces.
- Accurate localization of displaced teeth is crucial for effective treatment.