Journal of Oral Science Research ›› 2022, Vol. 38 ›› Issue (10): 968-971.DOI: 10.13701/j.cnki.kqyxyj.2022.10.014

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External Root Resorption of Second Molar Associated with Mesially Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Based on CBCT

YU Tianping*, WANG Rong, YANG Bin   

  1. Department of Stomatology, Shijingshan Teching Hospital of Capital Medical University, Beijing Shijingshan Hospital, Beijing 100040, China
  • Received:2022-03-22 Online:2022-10-28 Published:2022-10-20

Abstract: Objective: To analyze the relationship between mandibular third molar (MTM) and external root resorption (ERR) of mandibular second molar by CBCT. Methods: CBCT scans involving 302 MTMs were assessed. The patient gender and age, mesial angulation and impaction depths of MTMs, and MTMMCEJ-MSMDCEJ distances and contact point localization were assessed. The relationship between each factor and the ERR was analyzed. Results: The detection rate of ERR in second molars was 15.89%. Age, the angle of occlusion between MTM and mandibular second molar, and MTMMCEJ-MSMDCEJ were identified as risk factors for ERR. When the age≥35 years, the angle of occlusion was 45°-60°, and MTMMCEJ-MSMDCEJ>6 mm, ERR was significantly increased. Conclusion: The age (≥35 years), the angle of occlusion 45°-60°, and MTMMCEJ-MSMDCEJ (>6 mm) could be regarded as the guidelines for preventive removal of MTM.

Key words: mandibular third molar, mesial impaction, mandibular second molar, ERR, CBCT