Increasing age was identified as a significant independent predictor of inferior alveolar nerve injury after lower third molar extraction. Each additional year of age increased the odds of ...

Discusses the indications for using an extraoral approach when surgically removing a lower third molar. Discusses the normal radiographic appearance of the ID canal and possible variations. A useful ...

Infrared laser photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy may be a beneficial aid in recovery following lower third-molar extraction, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Evidence-Based ...

Dentists and oral surgeons are always looking for better ways to reduce their patients' pain after surgery, and a new study may have a solution. An injection of dexamethasone before surgery ...

Tooth extraction, or the removal of a tooth, is a relatively common procedure for adults, even though their teeth are meant to be permanent. Here are a few of the reasons someone may need to get a ...

Khaberni - Many people may need to remove a wisdom tooth due to severe pain or unbearable inflammation, but adhering to ...

Q. My name is Kaci and I live in L.A. County which is currently a hotspot for COVID. I have a wisdom tooth removal scheduled for next Friday. The tooth is my bottom right molar. The tooth has never ...