title: [Indications for extraction of the lower third molars].
abstract: Lower third molars are often removed, because of complaints such as pain and trismus. A survey of 932 lower third molars reveals that abnormal position, caries or inflammation the direct reason are for removal in 9 out of 10 cases. So prophylactic removal is necessary. The best time is between 15 and 25 years of age.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008334:Mandible; D008963:Molar / Q000601:surgery*; D014081:Tooth Extraction; D014095:Tooth, Impacted / Q000601:surgery
vernacular_title: Indikatie tot het verwijderen van de onderverstandskies.