In:
Indian Journal of Contemporary Dentistry, Institute of Medico-legal Publications Private Limited, Vol. 10, No. 1 ( 2022-02-02), p. 13-20
Abstract:
Introduction: Pericoronitis refers to inflammation of the gingiva in relation to the crown of a partiallyerupted tooth. It mostly affects third molars. It may be acute, subacute or chronic.Aims: To study the association of angular position of third molar and to evaluate predisposing factorsassociated with occurrence of pericoronitis in third molars.Materials and Methods: The sample consisted of 92 patients with 110 sites affected by pericoronitis.Clinico-radiographic examination was carried out. Clinical findings consisted of age, sex, amount oferuption, predisposing factors signs and symptoms. Radiographic examination was done to assessangular position using Winter’s classification.Statistical Analysis: By using Descriptive statistical analysis, findings were summarized using numbersand percentages,Results: The peak age of occurrence of third molar pericoronitis was 23-28 years with femalepredominance. Mandibular molars were involved more commonly. Vertical positioned and partiallyerupted third molars were most commonly affected by pericoronitis in both arches. Upper respiratorytract infection was most frequently associated predisposing factor with periocoronitis.Conclusion: Vertically positioned partially erupted third molars are more likely to be affected by frompericoronitis. Considering high risk, early treatment should be rendered.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2320-5962
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2320-5806
DOI:
10.37506/ijocd.v10i1
DOI:
10.37506/ijocd.v10i1.17848
Language:
Unknown
Publisher:
Institute of Medico-legal Publications Private Limited
Publication Date:
2022
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