Abstract :
Displacement of maxillary third molar into the infratemporal space is well known complication. Because of limited access for surgical extraction of maxillary third molar, it is often difficult to extract especially if they are located below cervical line of adjacent maxillary second molar. Patient might have pain, swelling, infection, restricted mouth opening or can be completely asymptomatic. Timing of intervention for the management of displaced maxillary third molar remains still controversial. Till date, different intraoral & extraoral techniques have been used for removal of them but no particular technique is recommended. We recommend use of this simple intraoral technique before using other invasive techniques which have several complications and also add to the cost of treatment.
Keyword :
Complication, Extraction, Infratemporal fossa, Conservative management, Third molar