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Pathoses associated with mandibular third molars subjected to removal

K Knutsson1, B Brehmer, L Lysell

  • 1Department of Oral Radiology, Centre for Oral Health Sciences, Lund University.

Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics
|July 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Mandibular third molars with specific impactions and positions have a significantly higher risk of developing diseases like pericoronitis and caries. Early identification of these risk factors is crucial for preventive dental care.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Dental Pathology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Mandibular third molars are frequently associated with various pathologies requiring surgical removal.
  • Understanding the prevalence and risk factors for these pathoses is essential for clinical decision-making.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of diseases in mandibular third molars referred for extraction.
  • To assess the risk of developing pathoses based on molar position and impaction status.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective cohort study was conducted on molars undergoing removal.
  • Data collected included patient age, molar angular position, and impaction degree.
  • Odds ratios were calculated to estimate the risk associated with different molar positions and impaction states.

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Main Results:

  • Pericoronitis (64%) and third molar caries (31%) were the most prevalent pathoses.
  • Distoangular molars and those partially covered by soft tissue showed significantly elevated odds ratios for disease.
  • The odds ratio for disease was substantially higher for partially soft tissue-covered molars (22-34 times) and distoangular molars (5-12 times).

Conclusions:

  • Molar angulation and soft tissue coverage are critical risk factors for mandibular third molar pathoses.
  • Distoangular and partially covered molars present a markedly increased risk, necessitating careful monitoring and potential intervention.