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Clinical and Surgical Indications and Current Guidelines on Surgical Removal of Third Molars

Year: 2025

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: Surgical extraction of the third molars is frequently performed because they often do not have enough space to erupt properly, resulting in partial or complete impaction and causing pain, infection, cysts, and damage to adjacent teeth. The decision to remove third molars is based on clinical and radiographic evaluations, considering factors such as angulation, depth of impaction, and presence of symptoms. In some cases, general anesthesia or sedation is required. The post-operative period may include swelling, pain, and bleeding, managed with pain relievers and antibiotics. Possible complications include infection, nerve damage, and the formation of a dry socket.

Source: International Electronic Conference on Applied Sciences (ASEC)

DOI: 10.3390/engproc2025087077

Authors: Cesare D’Amico, Fulvia Galletti, Vincenzo Ronsivalle, Francesca Gorassini, Luca Fiorillo

Institutions: University of Messina, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, Dr D Y Patil Dental College & Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Dental Radiography and Imaging

Subfield: Oral Surgery

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4411243869

FWCI: 5.9

Cites: 15

Cited by: 2

Related to: 10