Germenectomía de los terceros molares con cefalometría predictiva de brote / Germenectomy of third molars with predictive cephalometry of abnormal eruption

Introducción: Las complicaciones, asociadas al brote anormal de los terceros molares, es posible evitarlas con la germenectomía de estos dientes. Objetivo: Caracterizar la evolución de la germenectomía de terceros molares en pacientes con diagnóstico cefalométrico de brote anormal. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio observacional, descriptivo y transversal en el Servicio de Cirugía Maxilofacial del Hospital Provincial "Saturnino Lora Torres", desde febrero de 2019 hasta marzo de 2021. Se estudiaron 32 pacientes de 13 a 15 años de edad, interviniéndose quirúrgicamente 78 terceros molares. Las variables fueron edad, sexo, color de la piel, localización y posición del tercer molar; así como las complicaciones trans y posoperatorias y la evolución. Resultados: Entre los 32 pacientes incluidos en el estudio predominó el sexo femenino (62,5 por ciento) y la edad de 14 años (40,6 por ciento). Las complicaciones ocurridas durante la germenectomía fueron más frecuentes en la arcada inferior. Aunque no fueron detectadas diferencias estadísticamente significativas según localización (valor de p>0,05); con 30 transoperatorias para un 38,4 por ciento y 75 posoperatorias para un 96,2 por ciento. Conclusiones: Se evidencia una evolución marcadamente favorable posterior a la germenectomía de terceros molares en la población de pacientes con diagnóstico cefalométrico de brote anormal. En ellos el sangrado transoperatorio y el dolor posoperatorio constituyen las complicaciones a considerar en este tipo de procedimiento quirúrgico(AU)

Introduction: Complications associated with the abnormal eruption of third molars can be avoided with germenectomy of these teeth. Objective: To characterize the evolution of third molar germenectomy in patients with a cephalometric diagnosis of abnormal bud. Methods: An observational, descriptive and cross-sectional study was carried out in the Maxillofacial Surgery Service at Saturnino Lora Torres Provincial Hospital, from February 2019 to March 2021. Thirty two patients aged 13 to 15 years were studied, with 78 third molars undergoing surgery. The variables were age, sex, skin color, location and position of the third molar; as well as trans and postoperative complications and evolution. Results: Among the 32 patients included in the study, the female sex (62.5 percent) and the age of 14 years (40.6 percent) predominated. Complications that occurred during germenectomy were more frequent in the lower arch. Although no statistically significant differences were perceived according to location (p value > 0.05); with 30 intraoperative for 38.4 percent and 75 postoperative for 96.2 percent. Conclusions: There is evidence of a markedly favorable evolution after germenectomy of third molars in the population of patients with cephalometric diagnosis of abnormal bud. In them, transoperative bleeding and postoperative pain are the complications to consider in this type of surgical procedure(AU)

Tercer molar heterotópico, etiología y manejo quirúrgico / Heterotopic third molar, etiology and surgical management

Los terceros molares heterotópicos son dientes que se encuentran incluidos en los maxilares y la mandíbula distantes a su sitio de erupción habitual. Su etiología no está bien definida y existen diversas teorías. Estos dientes pueden aparecer en diferentes zonas de las estructuras óseas, teniendo predilección por la mandíbula. Suelen aparecer entre la segunda y la séptima década de la vida, la mayoría de los casos son hallazgos imagenológicos en la consulta odontológica. El tercer molar mandibular es el diente que presenta heterotopía con mayor frecuencia, siendo su localización habitual en rama mandibular y en la región subcondílea. El quiste dentígero es la patología asociada más común. Presentamos un caso de tercer molar heterotópico en rama mandibular derecha de larga evolución, relacionado a un quiste dentígero, el cual se manejó bajo anestesia regional. Se describe la etiología, técnica quirúrgica y consideraciones especiales relacionados con los dientes heterotópicos (AU)

Heterotopic third molars are teeth that are embedded in the maxilla and mandible, remote from their usual eruption site. Its etiology is not well defined and there are various theories at the moment. These teeth can appear in different areas of the bone's structures, having a predilection for the jaw. They usually appear between the second and seventh decade of life, and in most cases are imaging findings. The mandibular third molar is the tooth with the most frequent heterotopia, being its usual location in the mandibular branch and in the subcondylar region. The dentigerous cyst is the most common associated pathology. We present a case of a long evolution heterotopic third molar in the right mandibular branch, related to a dentigerous cyst which was managed under local anesthesia. The etiology, surgical technique and special considerations related to heterotopic teeth are described (AU)

Radiographic Assessment of Third Molars Agenesis Patterns in Young Adults

ABSTRACT Objective: To determine the prevalence of third molar agenesis and associated characteristics. Material and Methods: A total of 2374 panoramic radiographs were retrieved from the radiological archives and evaluated in a computer monitor under optimum viewing conditions. The basic demographic data (age and sex) and the primary findings regarding the presence or absence of third molars in the maxillary and mandibular arches were recorded systematically in a specially designed proforma. Categorical variables were compared using the Chi-square test. Results: A total of 2000 panoramic radiographs were included in the study, of which 1004 were females (50.2%), and 996 were of males (49.8%). The incidence of third molar agenesis was 486 patients (24.3%). Maxillary third molar showed a higher prevalence of agenesis (28.8%) than mandibular third molars (16.4%). A total of 1514 patients (75.7%) had third molars in all four quadrants, and the remaining 486 patients (24.3%) had agenesis of third molar tooth in at least one of the quadrants. Single tooth agenesis was observed in 219 (11%) patients, two teeth agenesis in 172 (8.6%) patients, three teeth agenesis in 39 (2%) patients, and four teeth agenesis in 56 (2.8%) patients. Conclusion: The present study exhibited a maximum number of single tooth agenesis. It was also observed that maxillary third molar agenesis is more than the mandibular third molar and the right side is more than the left side. Agenesis of the third molar is more prevalent in males as compared to females.

Avaliação de anomalias dentárias em terceiros molares através de tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico / Evaluation of dental anomalies in third molars using cone beam computed tomography

Objetivo: A proposta deste estudo foi determinar a prevalência das anomalias dentárias em terceiros molares. Materiais e métodos: O estudo foi feito de modo transversal e retros-pectivo através da análise das tomografias computadorizadas de feixe cônico (TCFC) de pacientes com os terceiros molares. As anomalias dentárias foram investigadas e registra-das em tabela previamente desenhada para o estudo. Foram registradas outras informações como: sexo e idade. Resultados:151 exames de TCFC foram incluídos na amostra, totali-zando 308 terceiros molares avaliados. Dos 308 terceiros molares avaliados, 105 apresen-taram anomalias (37,7%). A anomalia dentária mais prevalente foi a dilaceração radicular, apresentando 96 casos (34,5%), seguida de 5 casos de microdontia (1,79%), 3 casos de hi-percementose (1,07%) e 1 pérola de esmalte (0,35%). Conclusão: A partir deste estudo foi observado que as anomalias em terceiros molares são comuns. Além disso, a dilaceração foi a anomalia mais prevalente na amostra estudada, sendo importante o cirurgião-dentista utilizar exames de imagem no planejamento de uma extração dentária.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of dental anomalies in third molars. Materials and methods: This cross-sectional and retrospective study analyzed the cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) of patients with third molars. Dental anomalies were investigated and recorded in a table previously designed for the study. Other information such as sex and age were registered. Results: 151 patients were included in the sample, totaling 308 third molars evaluated. Out of 308 teeth, 105 had anomalies (37.7%). The most prevalent dental anomaly was the root tear, 96 cases (34.5%). The second was microdontia, 5 cases (1.79%); hypercementosis, 3 cases (1.07%); and enamel pearl, 1 case (0 .35%). Conclusion:We observed that third molar anomalies are common and that laceration was the most prevalent anomaly in the sample. Thus, dentists need to use imaging tests in planning a tooth extraction.

Agenesis of third molars and its association with other dental anomalies in a peruvian population / Agenesia de terceros molares y su asociación con otras anomalías dentales en una población peruana

Objective: The purpose of the present study was to determine the association between agenesis of the third molar and other dental anomalies. Materials and Methods: This was an observational, retrospective, cross-sectional and analytical study. The sample included 367 patients, aged 14 to 20 years old with adequate digital panoramic radiography. Patients with syndromes, who had extractions of any third molar and with orthodontic treatment prior to panoramic radiographic examination, were excluded. For data collection, each radiograph was recorded with patient code, sex and age. Results: The prevalence of third molar agenesis was 20.71%. Subsequently, patients were divided into two groups, with agenesis of at least one third molar and a control group; the prevalence of other dental anomalies was 48.69% of third molar agenesis group and 21.31% in the control group. A highly significant association was found between the presence of third molar agenesis and the presence of other tooth abnomalities (p= 0.0000; contingency coefficient = 0.2425).The most frequent dental anomaly was dental inclusion with 20.44% of the population studied; followed by the agenesis of other teeth (7.90%) and finally the presence of supernumerary teeth (1.63%). Conclusions: This study demonstrates that there is an association between third molar agenesis and other dental abnormalities, with a higher prevalence of dental abnormalities in patients with third molar agenesis.

Objetivo: La presente investigación tuvo como finalidad determinar la asociación que existe entre la agenesia del tercer molar y otras anomalías dentarias. Material y Métodos: El estudio fue observacional, retrospectivo, transversal y analítico. La muestra que incluyó 367 pacientes de 14 a 20 años de edad con radiografía panorámica digital con parámetros adecuados. Se excluyeron pacientes con algún tipo de condición sindrómica, con exodoncias de algún tercer molar y con tratamiento ortodóntico previo al examen radiográfico panorámico. Para la recolección de datos, cada radiografía fue registrada con código de paciente, sexo, edad. Resultado: Se reportó una prevalencia de 20,71% de casos con agenesia de terceros molares. Los pacientes fueron divididos en 2 grupos, con agenesia de al menos un tercer molar y un grupo control, en ambos se calculó la prevalencia las otras anomalías dentarias, la cual fue de 48.69% de los pacientes que presentan agenesia de tercer molar tienen otra anomalía dentaria y 21.31% del grupo control tienen otra anomalía dentaria. Se encontró una asociación altamente significativa entre la presencia de agenesia de tercer molar y presencia de otras anomalías dentales (p=0.0000; coeficiente de contingencia=0.2425). La anomalía dental encontrada con más frecuencia es la inclusión dentaria con 20,44% del total de la población estudiada; seguido de la agenesia de otros dientes con 7,90% y finalmente la presencia de dientes supernumerarios con 1,63%. Conclusion: Este estudio demuestra que existe asociación entre la agenesia de tercer molar y otras anomalías dentarias, existiendo una mayor prevalencia de anomalías dentales en pacientes con agenesia del tercer molar.

Is third molar agenesis an anomaly or just a sign of variation? Prevalence and manner of presentation of this condition in a sample from the Metropolitan Region of Chile / ¿Es la agenesia del tercer molar una anomalía o simplemente un signo de variación? Prevalencia y forma de presentación de esta condición en una muestra de la Región Metropolitana de Chile

Agenesis of permanent teeth is the most frequent dental anomaly. The most affected tooth is the third molar (M3), and its congenital absence poses interesting questions from a clinical and evolutionary perspective. M3 agenesis can occur isolated or as part of syndromes. Researchers have reported prevalences that vary largely among populations, between 5 % and 56 %, with a mean prevalence of 22.6 %. Previous Chilean studies, mainly in Northern populations, have determined a prevalence between 19.8 % and 26.7 %. The aim of this work was to assess the prevalence of M3 agenesis and to characterize its presentation in a sample from Santiago, the largest to date in a M3 agenesis prevalence study in Chile. In this study, 535 panoramic radiographies and clinical histories of patients from the Dental Clinic of the Universidad de Chile were used to determine prevalence and distribution according to sex, affected tooth, and location (left or right; maxilla or mandible). The Chi-square test was used to assess statistical significance in distribution. The calculated M3 agenesis prevalence was of 12.89 %. No statistically significant differences were found between sexes, sides or location within the jaws. The agenesis of one third molar was more common, then two, three and finally of all the third molars. The prevalence of M3 agenesis in the sample is 12.89 %, with a random manner of presentation. We propose that as it currently stands, M3 agenesis should be considered an anatomical variation rather than a developmental anomaly.

La agenesia de dientes definitivos es la anomalía dental más común. El diente más afectado es el tercer molar (M3), y su ausencia congénita plantea preguntas interesantes desde una perspectiva clínica y evolutiva. La agenesia de M3 puede ocurrir de manera aislada o asociada a síndromes. Estudios a nivel mundial reportan una prevalencia variable entre poblaciones: 5 % a 56 %, con una prevalencia media del 22,6 %. Estudios chilenos anteriores, principalmente en poblaciones del norte, han determinado una prevalencia entre 19,8 % y 26,7 %. El objetivo de este trabajo fue determinar la prevalencia de agenesia de M3 y caracterizar su presentación en una muestra de Santiago, la más grande hasta la fecha en un estudio de prevalencia de agenesia de M3 en Chile. Se utilizaron 535 radiografías panorámicas y antecedentes de pacientes atendidos en la Clínica Odontológica de la Universidad de Chile para evaluar la prevalencia y modo de presentación de la agenesia de M3. Se analizó su distribución según ubicación, sexo y simetría, mediante test estadístico Chi-cuadrado. Se calculó una prevalencia de agenesia de M3 de 12,89 %, sin un patrón claro ni estadísticamente significativo en su distribución. Fue más común la agenesia de un tercer molar, luego de dos, tres y finalmente de todos los terceros molares. La prevalencia de agenesia en una muestra de la Región Metropolitana es de 12,89 % y su distribución es aleatoria según la ubicación, sexo y simetría. Se propone que esta condición actualmente debiera considerarse como una variación anatómica más que a una anomalía del desarrollo.

Tratamento cirúrgico de terceiro molar inferior invertido: relato de caso / Treatment of third invested lower molar: case report

A presença de terceiros molares invertidos se apresenta como uma condição pouco relatada na literatura. Diversas hipóteses têm sido propostas para explicar o deslocamento destes elementos, entretanto suas causas e tratamentos permanecem incertos. O objetivo deste trabalho é relatar um caso clínico de impacção invertida de terceiro molar inferior direito, onde optou-se pela exodontia sob anestesia local com osteotomia conservadora e exérese total do elemento em paciente do sexo feminino de 52 anos. Terceiros molares com esta variação de erupção são raros na clínica, sendo geralmente visualizados em exames radiográficos de rotina e observados clinicamente após início de sintomatologia. Diversos tratamentos têm sido propostos, variando de abordagem cirúrgica, ao acompanhamento de longo prazo. A abordagem intraoral associada a uma conduta conservadora tem se mostrado o tratamento de escolha na maioria dos casos. Entretanto, a escolha do planejamento dependerá, dentre outros fatores, da sintomatologia do paciente e a presença de patologias associadas, sempre optando-se pela técnica que promoverá menor morbidade operatória e melhor resolubilidade do caso(AU)

The presence of inverted third molars presents as a condition poorly reported in the literature. Several hypotheses have been proposed to explain the displacement of these elements, however their causes and treatments remain uncertain. The objective of this study is to report a clinical case of inverted impaction of the right lower third molar, where it was chosen exodontia under local anesthesia with conservative osteotomy and total exeresis of the element in a 52-year-old female patient. Third molars with this variation of eruption are rare in the clinic and are usually visualized in routine radiographic examinations and observed clinically after start symptomatology. Several treatments have been proposed, ranging from a surgical approach to long-term follow-up. The intraoral approach associated with conservative management has been shown to be the treatment of choice in most cases. However, the choice of planning will depend, among other factors, on the patient's symptoms and the presence of associated pathologies, always opting for the technique that will promote less operative morbidity and better solubility of the case(AU)

Terceiro molar impactado invertido: série de casos retrospectivos e relato de dois casos / Inverted impacted third molars: retrospective case series and two case reports

Dente impactado é todo aquele que sofre falha no seu processo eruptivo, ficando sob tecido duro e/ou mole. Dentro da classificação de tais dentes existem os terceiros molares invertidos, poucos descritos na literatura. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar dois casos de terceiros molares maxilares impactados invertidos, diagnosticados através de exames de rotina odontológica e analisar relatos na literatura sobre terceiros molares invertidos. Foram selecionados artigos anexados à base de dados Pubmed, através de busca pelo termo "Inverted Third Molar", não havendo restrição quanto ao ano de publicação e idioma. Terceiros molares invertidos apresentam rara prevalência, sendo este relato um complemento à literatura previamente publicada(AU)

Impacted tooth is anyone who suffers failure in eruptive process, getting under hard and/or soft tissue. According to this classification there are the third inverted molars, few described in the literature. The aim of this article is to present two cases of inverted impacted maxillary third molars, diagnosed through routine dental examinations and to analyze reports in the literature about inverted third molars. We selected articles attached to the Pubmed database, searching for the term "Inverted Third Molar", there being no restriction regarding the year of publication and language. Inverted third molars present a rare prevalence, being this report a complement to previously published literature(AU)

Third molar agenesis as a potential marker for craniofacial deformities.

The identification of clinical patterns of tooth agenesis in individuals born with craniofacial deformities may be a useful tool for risk determination of these defects. We hypothesize that specific craniofacial deformities are associated with third molar agenesis. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to identify if third molar agenesis could have a relation with other craniofacial structure alterations, such as cleft lip and palate, skeletal malocclusion, or specific growth patterns in humans. DESIGN: Data were obtained from 550 individuals ascertained as part of studies aiming to identify genetic contributions to oral clefts. 831 dental records of patients aged over eight years seeking orthodontic treatment were also included. SN-GoGn angle were used to classify the growth pattern (hypo-divergent, normal and hyper-divergent), and the ANB angle was used to verify the skeletal malocclusion pattern (Class I, II and III). Panoramic radiographs were used to determine third molar agenesis. RESULTS: A high frequency of third molar agenesis among individuals born with cleft lip with or without cleft palate (55%), as well as among their relatives (93.5%) was found. Third molar agenesis was not associated to skeletal malocclusion or growth pattern. CONCLUSION: It appears that third molar agenesis is associated with the disturbances that lead to cleft lip and palate.

Avaliação volumétrica dos terceiros molares inferiores ­ resultados a partir de diferentes examinadores / Three-dimensional evaluation of the lower third parents - results from different professionals

A exodontia dos terceiros molares é um dos procedimentos mais frequentes em clínica odontológica e é realizada principalmente quando: não há espaço suficiente para a erupção; mau posicionamento ou riscos para formação de processos patológicos odontogênicos. Essas condições podem ser diagnosticadas por meio de exames por imagens. O objetivo no presente estudo foi avaliar o posicionamento tridimensional dos terceiros molares inferiores, em relação às classificações já descritas na literatura, e à conduta de diferentes profissionais da Odontologia. Um total de 68 dentes foi avaliado por meio de exames de tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico. Para a avaliação foram utilizadas classificações de Winter (1926), Pell & Gregory (1933) e Nortjé (1977), já descritas na literatura. Além disso, foi avaliado, de forma subjetiva, o nível de dificuldade para exodontia desses dentes. As avaliações foram realizadas por dois profissionais especialistas, sendo um bucomaxilofacial e um radiologista, um clínico geral e um aluno de graduação em Odontologia. O posicionamento mais comumente encontrado foi o mesioangulado (77,9%), já a profundidade de intrusão e a relação com o ramo da mandíbula evidenciaram a Posição B (97,1%) e a Classe II (50%) como mais prevalentes. Na avaliação da proximidade das raízes do dente com o canal da mandíbula, foi possível observar que a variável Tipo I foi a mais prevalente (41,2%) e quanto ao nível de dificuldade para exodontia os examinadores classificaram como "fácil" e "moderada" em sua maioria (35,3%). Os examinadores que obtiveram maior índice de acertos foram o graduando e o clínico geral. Conclui-se que foi possível realizar a avaliação dos terceiros molares inferiores não-irrompidos utilizando imagens de tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico, sendo a Classificação de Nortjé (1977) considerada a mais difícil. Além disso, o nível de conhecimento dos examinadores influenciou diretamente a avaliação proposta. (AU)

Exodontia of third molars is the most frequent procedures in dentistry and is performed mainly when: there is not enough space for the eruption; bad positioning or risks for the formation of odontogenic pathological processes. These conditions can be diagnosed through imaging tests. The aim of the present study was evaluate the three-dimensional positioning of the mandibular third molars, in relation to the classifications already described in the literature, and to the conduct of different dentistry professionals. A total of 68 teeth were evaluated by means of cone beam computed tomography scans. For the evaluation were used Winter (1926), Pell & Gregory (1933) and Nortjé (1977), already described in the literature. In addition, the level of difficulty for the extraction of these teeth was subjectively assessed. Evaluations were performed by two specialist professionals, a general clinical dentist and a graduate student in dentistry. The most common positioning was mesioangulation (77.9%), while depth of intrusion and relationship with the ascending branch of the mandible showed Position B (97.1%) and Class II (50%) as more prevalent. In the evaluation of the proximity of the roots of the tooth with the canal of the mandible, it was possible to observe that the Type I variable was the most prevalent (41.2%) and the level of difficulty for extraction the examiners classified as "easy" and "moderate" in the majority (35.3%). The examiners who obtained the highest scores were the graduate and the general clinical dentist. It was concluded that it was possible to evaluate the third molars using cone beam computed tomography images, and the Nortjé Classification (1977) was considered the most difficult. In addition, the level of knowledge of examiners directly influenced the proposed assessment. (AU)

Tercer molar ectópico en seno maxilar: reporte de un caso / Ectopic third molar in maxillary sinus: report of a case

Los dientes ectópicos son órganos dentarios que se encuentran enuna región diferente a la habitual, existen publicaciones que reportanórganos dentarios ectópicos en la región maxilofacial siendo sitioscomunes el paladar, región paraorbitaria, cavidad nasal, seno maxilar, mentón, apófisis corónides y cóndilo. También se han publicado casos de zonas más alejadas como ovario o región anterior del mediastino,que por lo general están relacionados con un teratoma. En su mayoría son hallazgos radiográficos, por lo que en general son asintomáticos. Al encontrarse dentro del seno maxilar su terapéutica puede ser conservadora,bajo vigilancia clínica-radiográfi ca o quirúrgica mediante endoscopia, abordaje transnasal, Caldwell-Luc o abordaje cuadrangular. La extracción de estos órganos dentarios es necesaria por la tendencia que presentan a formar quistes, desarrollar tumores odontogénicos y desencadenar alteraciones neuropáticas. Se reporta el caso de una paciente de 32 años de edad con diagnóstico de tercer molar ectópico en región de antro maxilar.

Ectopic tooth are dental organs found in a uncomon regions. There arepublication that report ectopic tooth in the maxillofacial region beingcommon sites palate, paraorbitaria region, nasal cavity, maxillarysinus, chin, coronides process and condyle. Cases have also beenreported in non-dental areas such as ovary, anterior mediastinum regionusually related to a teratoma. Ectopic tooth are often radiographicfi ndings because they are generally asymptomatic. Its therapeuticwhen found in the maxillary sinus could be conservative under periodicclinical-radiographic vigilance. Removal of these dental organs isnecessary for their tendency to form cysts, develop odontogenic tumorsand trigger neuropathic disorders. Surgical options are endoscopic,transnasal, Caldwell Luc or quadrangular approach. We present acase of a female of 32 years old with a diagnosis of ectopic third molarin maxillary antrum.

Evaluación de algunos factores predictivos de dificultad en la extracción de los terceros molares inferiores retenidos / Evaluation of some predictive factors of difficulty in the extraction of retained lower third molars

Introducción: debido a la alta incidencia de inclusión de los terceros molares en el tejido óseo, la extracción de estos dientes es uno de los procedimientos quirúrgicos más habituales realizado por cirujanos maxilofaciales; a este respecto, algunos estudios se centran en la predicción de las dificultades de este procedimiento. Objetivo: evaluar los aspectos radiográficos propuestos en la Escala de Romero Ruiz y su valor para predecir las complejidades de extracción de terceros molares mandibulares retenidos. Método: se realizó un estudio descriptivo de corte transversal de medios diagnósticos en pacientes atendidos en la Consulta de Cirugía Maxilofacial del Hospital Provincial General Docente Dr Antonio Luaces Iraola de Ciego de Ávila, en el período de noviembre de 2013 a marzo de 2015. La muestra la integraron 104 pacientes que acudieron a la consulta con diagnósticos de terceros molares inferiores retenidos. Resultados: todas las variables estudiadas –relación espacial, profundidad y espacio disponible del tercer molar, tamaño del folículo, integridad del hueso y mucosa, y forma de las raícesresultaron significativas estadísticamente; se encontró dependencia lineal entre las variables, lo que indica una correlación entre fuerte y perfecta, y una relación directamente proporcional entre el tiempo de extracción y los factores de dificultad. Conclusiones: los aspectos propuestos en la Escala de Romero Ruiz son útiles para la predicción de los índices de complejidad en intervenciones quirúrgicas de terceros molares mandibulares retenidos; la escala se puede emplear en la evaluación preoperatoria de los pacientes como herramienta complementaria para identificar posibles procedimientos difíciles y probables complicaciones(AU)

Introduction: due to the high incidence of inclusion of third molars in bone tissue, extraction of these teeth is one of the most common surgical procedures performed by maxillofacial surgeons; in this regard, some studies focus on predicting the difficulties of this procedure. Objective: to evaluate the radiographic aspects proposed in the Romero Ruiz Scale and its value to predict the complexities of extraction of retained third mandibular molars.Method: a cross-sectional descriptive study of diagnostic means was carried out in patients treated at the Maxillofacial Surgery Consultation of the Provincial General Teaching Hospital Dr. Antonio Luaces Iraola of Ciego de Ávila, from November 2013 to March 2015. The sample was made up of 104 patients who came to the consultation with a diagnosis of retained lower third molars. Results: all variables studied –spatial relationship, depth and available space of the third molar, follicle size, bone and mucosa integrity, and root shapewere statistically significant; linear dependence was found between the variables, indicating a correlation between strong and perfect, and a directly proportional relationship between extraction time and difficulty factors. Conclusions: the aspects proposed in the Romero Ruiz Scale are useful for the prediction of the complexity index in surgical interventions of retained mandibular third molars; the scale can be used in the preoperative assessment of patients as a complementary tool to identify possible difficult procedures and probable complications(AU)

Dientes supernumerarios en la región del tercer molar inferior: etiología y manejo quirúrgico: presentación de dos casos / Supernumerary teeth in the lower third molar region: etiology and surgical management: report of two cases

Los dientes supernumerarios en la región del tercer molar inferior sonpoco frecuentes. Cuando se presentan en posición distal se les denominadistomolares o distodens. Algunos autores los denominan cuarto molar; ésta denominación es la menos aceptada, ya que el cuarto molarno forma parte de la fórmula dental permanente, sino que es un dientesupernumerario. Cuando éste se presenta paralelo a los molares, en lacara externa o interna de la mandíbula, se denomina paramolar. El manejo quirúrgico suele ser complejo y requiere consideraciones especiales. Presentamos dos casos de dientes supernumerarios en la región del tercer molar: distomolar y paramolar; describimos su diagnóstico, etiología y la técnica quirúrgica empleada.

Supernumerary teeth in the lower third-molar region are rare. When these are located in the region posterior to the third molar, they are known as ®distomolars¼ or ®distodens¼. Some authors refer to them as ®fourth molars¼, a term that is somewhat less accepted due to the fact that the fourth molar is not part of the permanent dentition, but rather a supernumerary tooth. When a distomolar occurs parallel to the molars, either on the outer or inner surface of the jaw, it is known as a ®paramolar¼. Surgical management is often complex and requires special considerations. We report two cases of supernumerary teeth in the third-molar region, one distomolar and one paramolar, and describe their diagnosis, etiology, and the surgical technique employed.

Angle Class II, subdivision, with agenesis of mandibular second molars and extrusion of maxillary second molars.

This clinical case reports the treatment of an Angle Class II malocclusion in a young woman with a balanced face affected by agenesis of second and third mandibular molars and subsequent extrusion of second maxillary molars. The atypical and peculiar occlusal anomaly led to individualized treatment proposed in order to normalize dental malpositions, with subsequent rehabilitation of edentulous areas by means of a multidisciplinary approach. This case was presented to the Brazilian Board of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (BBO) in partial fulfillment of the requirements for obtaining the title of certified by the BBO.

Angle Class II, subdivision, with agenesis of mandibular second molars and extrusion of maxillary second molars

This clinical case reports the treatment of an Angle Class II malocclusion in a young woman with a balanced face affected by agenesis of second and third mandibular molars and subsequent extrusion of second maxillary molars. The atypical and peculiar occlusal anomaly led to individualized treatment proposed in order to normalize dental malpositions, with subsequent rehabilitation of edentulous areas by means of a multidisciplinary approach. This case was presented to the Brazilian Board of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (BBO) in partial fulfillment of the requirements for obtaining the title of certified by the BBO.

O presente caso clínico relata o tratamento de uma má oclusão de Classe II de Angle, em uma jovem com face harmoniosa, porém agravada por agenesias de segundos e terceiros molares inferiores e consequente extrusão dos segundos molares superiores. A anomalia oclusal atípica e peculiar levou a uma proposta de tratamento individualizada, visando normalizar os maus posicionamentos dentários e uma posterior reabilitação das áreas edêntulas, por meio de uma abordagem multidisciplinar. O presente caso foi apresentado à Diretoria do Board Brasileiro de Ortodontia e Ortopedia Facial (BBO), como parte dos requisitos para a obtenção do título de Diplomado pelo BBO.

Osteotomia sagital e terceiros molares inferiores: mudança de paradigma / Sagittal Split Osteotomy and Lower Third Molars: a Paradigm Shift

Objetivo: O objetivo deste artigo é uma associação de revisão da literatura sobre a realização de osteotomias sagitais na presença de terceiros molares inclusos, com o relato de um caso de cirurgia ortognática em que as osteotomias sagitais dos ramos mandibulares foram realizadas na presença desses elementos dentários. Relato dos Casos: O caso a seguir demonstra a sequência cirúrgica de um paciente portador de deformidade dento-facial submetido à cirurgia ortognática. A cirurgia realizada envolveu ambos os maxilares, com realização de osteotomia Le Fort I para a maxila e ostetomias sagitais dos ramos mandibulares. A peculiaridade do caso foi a realização das osteotomias mandibulares na presença de terceiros molares inclusos, as quais não causaram qualquer dificuldade ou complicação para a realização dos cortes ósseos e separação dos fragmentos. Conclusão: A osteotomia sagital do ramo mandibular pode ser realizada na presença dos terceiros molares inferiores de forma segura, sem aumento dos riscos cirúrgicos e otimizando o tempo de tratamento orto-cirúrgico... (AU)

Purpose: The aim of this article was to compare the effects of the presence or absence of third molars from a literature review about currents of different authors, with an association of two cases related which the sagittal split osteotomy was performed in the presence of mandibular third molars. Cases report: The following cases describe two patients, of both genders, with dentofacial deformities, these which there was the need for orthognathic surgery by the use of sagittal mandibular osteotomy. Both patients had third molars in your mouth at the time of osteotomy. There were no major complications trans and postoperative. Conclusion: The sagittal split osteotomy of the ascending ramus can be performed in the presence of third molars, and it could lead to the time optimization in the ortho-surgical treatment... (AU)

Estudios radiográfico de la prevalencia de impactaciones dentarias de terceros molares y sus respectivas posiciones / Radiographic study of the prevalence of dental impaction of third molars and their respective positions

El objetivo de esta investigación fue verificar la prevalencia de las impactaciones dentales de terceros molares por medio de radiografías panorámicas, en pacientes dentados, realizadas en el Sector de Radiología de la Clínica Odontológica de la Universidad Estatal de Maringá, en el período de 2009 a 2011, clasificando las posiciones de los terceros molares, de acuerdo con Winter, Pell y Gregory y Sandhu y Kaur. Mil cuatro radiografías fueron analizadas utilizando el software Image Tool, registrando edad, género, presencia o no de terceros molares retenidos y su clasificación. Fueron aplicados análisis cuantitativa y test chi-cuadrado (x2). En la clasificación de Winter, la posición vertical del diente 38 fue la de mayor prevalencia en el género femenino, presentando diferencia estadísticamente significante en relación al masculino. De acuerdo con Pell y Gregory, la Clase C del diente 18 y la Clase II del diente 38, las dos en el género femenino, se presentaron con mayores prevalencias. Con respecto al método de Sandhu y Kaur, el diente 38 en el género femenino, presentó mayor prevalencia y una angulación entre 11° a 70° (mesio angular). Los terceros molares inferiores son los más comúnmente impactados, siendo que el promedio de edad de la muestra total fue de 23,29 años y con un sensible predominio en el género femenino.

The objective of this research was to determine the prevalence of tooth impaction of third molars by panoramic radiographs, performed in the Dental Clinic of Radiology, State University of Maringá, in the period from 2009 to 2011, ranking the positions of third molar, according to Winter, Pell and Gregory and Sandhu and Kaur. One thousand four radiographs were analyzed using the Image Tool, recording age, gender, presence or absence of third molar and its classification. We applied quantitative analysis and chi-square (x2). According to Winter's classification, the vertical position of tooth 38 was the most prevalent in females, showing a statistically significant difference when compared to males. According to Pell and Gregory, Class C and Class II tooth 18 and tooth 38, both in females, presented with the highest prevalence. Regarding the method of Sandhu and Kaur, the tooth 38 in females, had higher prevalence and an angle between 11° to 70° (mesio angular). The third molars are more commonly affected, with the average age of the total sample was 23.29 years old and with a sensitive female predominance.

Classification of bifid mandibular canals using cone beam computed tomography.

The objective of this study was to classify the morphology of bifid mandibular canals and to evaluate their relationship with the roots of third molars, using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans. The CBCT scans of 75 patients were analyzed and the bifurcations were classified according to Langlais et al. (1985). The relationship of bifurcation and third molars was established according to the following classification: class A--uninvolved, class B--close relationship, class C--intimate relationship and class D--absence of third molars. Data were submitted to descriptive statistics, and the results indicated that the patients' mean age was 48.2 (± 13.2) years. Unilateral bifurcation (Type 1) was the most frequent type (72.6%), followed by unilateral Type 2 (19.3%). Class D was the most frequent (57.33%), followed by class C (21.33%), class B (13.33%) and class A (8%). It could be concluded that most cases presented unilateral bifid mandibular canals extending to the third molar or adjacent regions, and when present, the roots seemed to be a continuation of the bifid mandibular canal.

Classification of bifid mandibular canals using cone beam computed tomography

The objective of this study was to classify the morphology of bifid mandibular canals and to evaluate their relationship with the roots of third molars, using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans. The CBCT scans of 75 patients were analyzed and the bifurcations were classified according to Langlais et al. (1985). The relationship of bifurcation and third molars was established according to the following classification: class A - uninvolved, class B - close relationship, class C - intimate relationship and class D - absence of third molars. Data were submitted to descriptive statistics, and the results indicated that the patients' mean age was 48.2 (± 13.2) years. Unilateral bifurcation (Type 1) was the most frequent type (72.6%), followed by unilateral Type 2 (19.3%). Class D was the most frequent (57.33%), followed by class C (21.33%), class B (13.33%) and class A (8%). It could be concluded that most cases presented unilateral bifid mandibular canals extending to the third molar or adjacent regions, and when present, the roots seemed to be a continuation of the bifid mandibular canal.

Agenesia de terceros molares, prevalencia, distribución y asociación con otras anomalías dentales / Third molar agenesis, prevalence, distribution and association with other dental anomalies

La agenesia de terceros molares se ha reportado en un 24,3 por ciento en México. La agenesia dental está asociada a otras anomalías dentales debido a su origen genético. El objetivo del presente estudio fue determinar la prevalencia y distribución de agenesia de terceros molares así como establecer su asociación con otras anomalías dentales en una población ortodóntica. La muestra incluyó 670 pacientes ortodónticos de 9 a 20 años de edad. Se excluyeron pacientes con tratamiento ortodóntico previo y condiciones sindrómicas. Se calculó la prevalencia de agenesia de terceros molares y se comparó por sexo. Posteriormente los pacientes fueron divididos en 2 grupos, con agenesia de al menos un tercer molar y un grupo control y en ambos se calculó la prevalencia de 10 anomalías dentarias. Los resultados se compararon por medio de la prueba exacta de Fisher (p<0,05). La prevalencia fue del 25,97 por ciento, no hubo diferencia estadística entre géneros (p=0,139). El 41,95 por ciento de los pacientes del grupo de agenesia presentó anomalías asociadas, mientras que en el control fueron el 23,59 por ciento. Se encontró una diferencia significativa entre ambos grupos (p=0,0001). Al comparar individualmente la prevalencia de cada anomalía por grupo, se encontró que la agenesia (p=0,0001) y los dientes retenidos (p=0,015) estaban disminuidos significativamente en el grupo control. En conclusión se encontró una prevalencia del 25,97 por ciento, sin preferencia de sexo. Los pacientes con agenesia de terceros molares presentan mayor prevalencia de anomalías dentales asociadas, particularmente agenesia de otros dientes y dientes retenidos.

Prevalence of third molar agenesis has been estimated in 24.3 percent in Mexico. Dental agenesis is associated with other dental anomalies due its genetic origin. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and distribution of third molar agenesis and to establish its association with other dental anomalies in an orthodontic population. The sample included 670 orthodontic patients from 9 to 20 years old. Exclusion criteria were patients with previous orthodontic treatment and syndromic conditions. Third molar agenesis prevalence was calculated and sex values were compared. Then, patients were divided into 2 groups, with agenesis of at least one third molar and a control group; prevalence of 10 dental anomalies were calculated for both groups. The results were compared using Fisher's exact test (p <0.05). Third molar agenesis prevalence was 25.97 percent, there was no statistical difference between sexes (p= 0.139). The 41.95 percent of patients in the agenesis group had abnormalities associated, whereas in the control group it was 23.59 percent. A significant difference between groups was found (p= 0.0001). When comparing the prevalence of each individual anomaly between groups, it was found that agenesis (p= 0.0001) and impacted teeth (p= 0.015) were significantly decreased in the control group. In conclusion it was found a prevalence of 25.97 percent, with no sex preference. Patients with agenesis of third molars have a higher prevalence of associated dental anomalies, particularly agenesis of other teeth and impacted teeth.