Histopathological evaluation of dental follicles of clinically symptomatic and asymptomatic impacted third molars

Conclusion: A delay in impacted third molar surgery can lead to further pathological changes in dental follicles and can increase severity of the inflammation. Moreover, dimensions of the pericoronal radiolucency may not provide a correct interpretation of the pathological changes in the region.
Source: Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice - Category: Rural Health Authors: Source Type: research