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A peer-reviewed article written by Jay Haddad, DDS, MSHA, MSPFP
Abstract
Evidence-based factors can aid the dental practitioner in making a more informed decision on whether and when to extract third molars. Understanding the different management options and the factors to consider in predicting eruption helps in decision-making. Possible pathologic sequelae of maintaining third molars include periodontitis and pericoronitis. The patient’s age is a significant factor in deciding whether and when third molars should be extracted. There are also orthodontic and prosthodontic considerations. The most common third molar extraction risks include alveolar osteitis, infection, delayed healing, clinically significant bleeding, and paresthesia. Germectomy and coronectomy are management options for third molars. Classification of impacted third molars helps predict extraction difficulty.
Educational objectives
At the conclusion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:
- Improve decision-making on whether and when third molars should be extracted
- Manage options for third molars
- Discuss factors that can improve the prediction of third molar eruption
- Describe the pathologic sequelae of maintaining third molars
- Evaluate factors associated with third molars that are affected by the patient’s age
- Consider orthodontics and prosthodontics in third molar extractions
- Assess the risks of third molar extractions
- Consider germectomies and coronectomies as management options for third molars
- Classify impacted mandibular third molars
Jay Haddard, DDS, MSHA, MSPFP, is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon in private practice. He is a fellow of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology. He served in the US Army for 20 years, including six years as a mentor at the National Capital Consortium Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency, where he received the outstanding educator of the year award in 2007. Dr. Haddad has a passion for teaching and learning and recently earned his master’s degrees in health administration and personal financial planning.
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Course Content
Course Includes
- 13 Lessons
- 1 Test
- Course Certificate
CE credit(s): 3
Course Type: Written
Published Date: July 2020
This continuing education (CE) activity was developed by Endeavor Business Media with no commercial support.
This course was written for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants, from novice to skilled.
Educational methods: This course is a self-instructional journal and web activity.
Provider disclosure: Endeavor Business Media neither has a leadership position nor a commercial interest in any products or services discussed or shared in this educational activity. No manufacturer or third party had any input in the development of the course content.
Requirements for successful completion: To obtain 3 CE credits for this educational activity, you must pay the required fee, review the material, complete the course evaluation, and obtain an exam score of 70% or higher.
CE planner disclosure: Laura Winfield, Endeavor Business Media dental group CE coordinator, neither has a leadership nor commercial interest with the products or services discussed in this educational activity. Ms. Winfield can be reached at lwinfield@endeavorb2b.com.
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Scientific integrity statement: Information shared in this CE course is developed from clinical research and represents the most current information available from evidence-based dentistry.
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