The prediction of impacted versus spontaneously erupted mandibular third molars

ConclusionsOrthodontists and OMFSs seem unable to predict spontaneous eruption or impaction of the lower third molars from single or longitudinal x-rays. When adding a second longitudinal x-ray, orthodontists and more significantly OMFSs tend to indicate more extractions.
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research