Removal of Impacted Wisdom Tooth
Objective
The removal of the third molar tooth, the eruption of which is partially or completely prevented by its contact against the second molar tooth (Fig. 15.17).
Position
Supine, with some reverse Trendelenburg.
Anesthesia
Local or general.
Procedure
1. Incise gum overlying the tooth.
2. Cortex of the bone also removed.
3. Tooth loosened with drill or gouge.
4. Tooth removed with forceps.
5. Incision closed with chromic catgut.
Instruments
Dental tray.
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