The relationship between third molar agenesis and craniofacial morphology: a systematic review and meta-analysis

CONCLUSIONS: The results of this study suggest that third molar agenesis maybe associated with a reduced maxillary length and a flatter mandible. However, these findings need to be interpreted with caution due to inconsistencies in the certainty of evidence.CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION: PROSPERO (CRD42023448226).PMID:38168816 | DOI:10.1093/ejo/cjad081

Source: European Journal of Orthodontics - January 3, 2024 Category: Dentistry Authors: Yushi Le Mingjuan Li Feng Li Shuxuan Wu Chongjie Zhu Qilong Wan Source Type: research