The prophylactic extraction of unerupted asymptomatic third molars may be beneficial. A new study analyzing data gathered from the U.S. Veterans Affairs (VA) Dental Longitudinal Study has concluded ...
Impacted mandibular second molars, though relatively uncommon, pose significant clinical challenges that can affect occlusal harmony and overall dental function. These teeth may fail to erupt properly ...
Panoramic (PAN) x-rays performed poorly in detecting external root resorption of third molars, but cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) did much better in diagnosing this condition. The study was ...