Study Links Impacted Mandibular Third Molars to Distal Caries in Adjacent Second Molars: Implications for Clinical Practice

Posted: December 15, 2024
A recent study utilizing cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images investigated the relationship between impacted mandibular third molars (IMTMs) and distal caries in adjacent mandibular second molars (MSMs) in a Chinese population. The findings revealed a significant association between the pattern of IMTMs and the development of distal caries in MSMs, with mesioangular impaction being a major risk factor. Clinicians should consider these factors when determining the necessity for prophylactic extraction of IMTMs to prevent distal caries in MSMs.

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