Wisdom Tooth Problems-References

Wisdom Tooth Problems - References

Citations

Curran TJ (2004). Clinical decision-making for the patient with third molars. Texas Dental Journal, 121(11): 1062-1066.

Bui CH, et al. (2003). Types, frequencies, and risk factors for complications after third molar extraction. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 61(12): 1379-1389.

Esposito M (2008). Impacted wisdom teeth, search date August 2006. Online version of Clinical Evidence. Also available online: http://www.clinicalevidence.com.

Marciani RD (2007). Third molar removal: An overview of indications, imaging, evaluation, and assessment of risk. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America, 19: 1-13.

Other Works Consulted

Bagheri SC, et al. (2007). Extraction versus nonextraction management of third molars. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America, 19: 15-21.

Haug RH, et al. (2009). Evidenced-based decision making: The third molar. Dental Clinics of North America, 53: 77-96.

Kaminishi RM, Kaminishi KS (2004). New considerations in the treatment of compromised third molars. Journal of the California Dental Association, 32(10): 823-825.

Slade GD, et al., (2004). The impact of third molar symptoms, pain, and swelling on oral health-related quality of life. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 62(9):1118-1124.

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American Dental Association, Healthy People 2010

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