Abstract
Coronectomy is a technique that reduces morbidity of the nerve after operation on
high-risk mandibular third molars. This two-part paper aims to give an overview of
the technique and a description of common problems that can be encountered during
and after operation. In this paper we discuss the technique as an overview and then
each type of impaction more specifically. We also explore common problems encountered
during the procedure and their subsequent management.
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Publication history
Published online: January 30, 2012
Accepted:
January 4,
2012
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© 2012 The British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
