Evaluation of Impacted Mandibular Third Molars by Panoramic Radiography
Author Information
Author(s): Siddharth Gupta, Rahul R. Bhowate, Nitin Nigam, Sonal Saxena
Primary Institution: Career Institute of Dental Science and Hospital
Hypothesis
The study aims to evaluate impacted mandibular third molars for their angulation, level of eruption, third molar space, and relation of inferior alveolar canal with their roots.
Conclusion
Panoramic radiographs can be used as a reliable investigation for evaluation of impacted mandibular third molars.
Supporting Evidence
- 53.11% of the participants were male and 46.89% were female.
- 39.93% of the impacted third molars were vertically placed.
- 61.84% of the impacted third molars were found at level A.
- 79.65% of the impacted third molars had Class II relation for third molar space.
Takeaway
The study looked at how wisdom teeth are positioned and how they relate to nearby nerves using special X-rays.
Methodology
The study analyzed 988 impacted mandibular third molars in 578 individuals using panoramic radiography and statistical tests to evaluate differences.
Limitations
The study excluded patients with certain dental histories and conditions, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The study included 578 individuals aged 18 years and above, with 53.11% males and 46.89% females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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