title: Impactions: observe or treat?
abstract: In the modern population, few third molars erupt normally and have a good long-term prognosis. This paper reviews the etiology and potential pathology of impacted teeth, and discusses indications and contraindications for extraction.
authors.forename: T E
authors.initials: TE
authors.lastname: Tate
mesh_terms: D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000075202:Contraindications; D016321:Dental Care for Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008964:Molar, Third / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D014081:Tooth Extraction; D014095:Tooth, Impacted / Q000628:therapy