Surgical removal of third molars in a young adult: review of indications and surgical techniques
Surgical removal of third molars in a young adult: review of indications and surgical techniques
- 대한구강악안면외과학회
- 대한구강악안면외과학회지
- 제49권 제4호
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2023.08184 - 191 (8 pages)
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DOI : 10.5125/jkaoms.2023.49.4.184
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Germectomy is a surgical method most typically performed in young adults. The indications for treatment are controversial. The purpose of this review was to determine the correct indications for germectomy and to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure. We reviewed the surgical techniques (anesthetic methods, patient preparation, and flap designs) and complications. Germectomy for orthodontic purposes is a common indication for surgical removal of tooth germ among young patients. Several studies have supported removal at an earlier age to produce fewer surgical complications. Several surgical techniques have been described in the literature.
I. Introduction
II. Definitions of Germectomy
III. Advantages of Germectomy
IV. Disadvantages of Germectomy
V. Considerations of Germectomy Time
VI. Surgical Techniques
VII. Complications
VIII. Conclusion
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