title: It is not clear whether commonly used radiographic markers in panoramic images possess predictive ability for determining the relationship between the inferior alveolar nerve and the mandibular third molar.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Diagnostic accuracy of panoramic radiography in determining relationship between inferior alveolar nerve and mandibular third molar. Atieh MA. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2010;68:74-82.
  
  
  METHODS
  Ann Wenzel, DDS, PhD, Dr Odont.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  Are 3 commonly accepted radiographic signs in panoramic images indicative of a close relationship between the inferior alveolar nerve and the mandibular third molar?
  
  
  BACKGROUND
  Information not available.
  
  
  METHODS
  Systematic review with meta-analysis of data.
  
  
  METHODS
  Level 2:Limited-quality patient-oriented evidence.
  
  
  METHODS
  Grade B:Inconsistent and limited-quality patient-oriented evidence.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral Radiology, School of Dentistry, Aarhus University, Vennelyst Boulevard, 8000 Aarhus, Denmark.
authors.forename: Ann
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Wenzel