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versão On-line ISSN 1560-4381
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VAZQUEZ ISLA, David et al. Presentation of a Geriatric Patient with Third Molar Retention. CCM [online]. 2013, vol.17, n.2, pp. 214-218. ISSN 1560-4381.
A 80-year-old male patient with retention of third lower molar that was admitted at Emergency Service with inflammatory sub-acute status and pain of moderated intensity is presented. The radiographic exam evidenced the presence of the third molar retained at horizontal position, which presented in its crown, a dark area compatible with dental cavity. The patient was treated with antibiotic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory and when acute phase was over, the third molar was extracted. The surgery was completed without complications with an excellent evolution
Palavras-chave : third molar; retained tooth; dental caries.