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Fourth molars: a clinical study

M Harel-Raviv1, M Eckler, E Raviv

  • 1Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.

Dental Update
|November 1, 1996
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Fourth molars are rare supernumerary teeth, most often impacted in permanent dentition. This study surveys their prevalence, causes, diagnosis, and treatment in Montreal patients.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Background:

  • Supernumerary teeth, or extra teeth, can occur in primary and permanent dentitions, with higher prevalence in permanent dentition.
  • Fourth molars are exceptionally rare supernumerary teeth, typically impacted, requiring specific dental practitioner awareness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, pathology, and treatment of fourth molars.
  • To compare findings with existing literature from the past 15 years.

Main Methods:

  • A survey of patients in Montreal was conducted.
  • Data collected included prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, pathology, and treatment of fourth molars.

Main Results:

  • The study reports findings on fourth molars from a Montreal patient survey.

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  • Results are compared with a 15-year review of relevant literature.

    • Conclusions:

    • Dental practitioners must be aware of the potential occurrence of fourth molars.
    • Understanding their diagnosis and treatment is crucial for effective patient management.