The role of extractions in orthodontic treatment has been a controversial subject for over a century. It is fair to say that even today, opinion is divided on whether extractions are used too ...

I got a root canals done on both my upper second molars. I also have to have my wisdom teeth removed. I was wondering what the consequences would be if I had the two second molars extracted and not ...

Caries is the main reason for the extraction of first permanent molars in children. Children who are attending dental hospitals for extraction of first permanent molars tend to be older than the ...

What factors should dentists consider before extracting a badly decayed first permanent molar in a child, and what are the consequences of removing or restoring it? Since there's no clear consensus ...

Doctors may recommend tooth extraction if you have tooth decay, infection, or crowding. Cost can vary by your location, whether the tooth is impacted, and if you need additional teeth removed. While ...

We registered our research topic at the Center for Reviews and Dissemination (registration number CRD42015020275). We developed a research protocol that included a search strategy, inclusion/exclusion ...