Profile of Impacted Mandibular Third Molar at Tertiary Care Hospital: An Institution Based Retrospective Study

Author(s): Veeresh Matmari, Shanthosh Raj, HimaSagar Ellampalli, JhansiRani L, Periyasamy S

Introduction: Impaction of the mandibular third molar represents one of the common developmental anomaly affecting jaws. This may cause Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, resorption of an adjacent tooth root, facial pain, Cysts and tumors etc. Assessment of type of impaction can facilitate the better treatment plan and proper method of surgical intervention to prevent the associated complications.

Aim: To study the pattern of impacted mandibular third molar among the patients reported to tertiary care hospital.

Methodology: A retrospective study was conducted on 235 patients aged 20 to 40 years who reported to the department of dentistry ESIC Medical College and Hospital, Chennai, for the removal of impacted mandibular third molars. Clinical and radiological records were evaluated, and collected included demographic details, angulation, level and space availability.

Results: The average age of the patients was 25years, females were found to be more affected (51.5%). The most common occurring mandibular impaction is Horizontal (45.1%) Class II was seen in (77.9%) Level B (67.7%).

Conclusion: There is insufficient literature on the pattern of impacted mandibular third molars in the Tamil population. Hence, this study was conducted to investigate the pattern of third molar impaction among individuals visiting a tertiary care hospital, with the aim of preventing the numerous complications associated with it.