Ectopic Third Molar in Mandibular Ramus: Report of Two Cases and Literature Review

Radiologic Findings of a Heterotopic Maxillary Third Molar

“…The existing of a heterotopic tooth is a rare condition and the etiology is usually not determined. 1,3,12,13 With the panoramic radiographs becoming a common radiological method, there has been a rise in the incidence of ectopic or heterotopic teeth in the literature because of the wide field of view. 14 There are many different anatomical places that ectopic or heterotopic tooth can be found.…”

“…Ectopic or heterotopic tooth diagnosed during routine radiographic examinations with no symptoms or pathologies do not require any treatment. 9,12,17,20,22,33 If the impacted tooth surgery decision has been made, the procedure should be chosen individually for each case according to the placement and pathology of the tooth. Follow up decision or surgery desicion should be made after the potential risks factors, possible complications and benefits of the surgery evaluated mindfully.…”

“…Follow up decision or surgery desicion should be made after the potential risks factors, possible complications and benefits of the surgery evaluated mindfully. 12,20 S So ou ur rc ce e o of f F Fi in na an nc ce e During this study, no financial or spiritual support was received neither from any pharmaceutical company that has a direct connection with the research subject, nor from a company that provides or produces medical instruments and materials which may negatively affect the evaluation process of this study. A Au ut th ho or rs sh hi ip p C Co on nt tr ri ib bu ut ti io on ns s All authors contributed equally while this study preparing.…”