Third Molars Extraction and Periodontal Disease

Correlation Between Upper Third Molars Extraction and Upper Second Molars Periodontal Disease: a Prospective Clinical Observational Study

The aim of the study is to evaluate the changes in periodontal conditions on the distal aspect of the second maxillary molar after the extraction of the maxillary wisdom tooth. As secondary outcome patient- related and tooth-related factors will be analysed to evaluate their effects on the periodontal varibales during time.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age more than 18 years or older
• Presence of an impacted upper wisdom tooth that need to undergo surgical extraction
• Participants need to be able to sign and understand the informed consent and to follow the study-related procedures.

Exclusion Criteria:

• People that have compromised general health conditions (ASA 3, 4, 5, 6)
• Patients that assumed antibiotics in the last 6 months
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women
• Patients who suffer from periodontitis stage III and IV
• Presence of a third molar with incomplete root formation is not taken into account for the surgical extraction.
• Smoker patients