Factors Contributing to Postoperative Swelling Following Surgical Extraction of Impacted Mandibular Third Molars: A Comprehensive Review

Wenjuan Bi; Fei Meng

doi:10.6919/ICJE.202503_11(3).0001

Authors

Wenjuan Bi
Fei Meng

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.6919/ICJE.202503_11(3).0001

Keywords:

Postoperative Swelling; Impacted Mandibular Third Molars; Clinical Implications.

Abstract

This comprehensive review aims to summarize the current literature on the various factors that contribute to postoperative swelling following surgical extraction of impacted mandibular third molars. A thorough examination of the literature has identified several factors that can influence the degree and duration of postoperative swelling, including surgical technique, post-surgical management and application of biomaterialsand. This review provides a structured overview of these factors, and their clinical implications for oral and maxillofacial surgeons.

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