OS Practice Test

1Multiple ChoiceSelect all that apply

A 26-year-old patient presents with a partially erupted mandibular third molar with recurrent pericoronitis. Radiograph shows mesioangular impaction against the second molar with adequate bone distal to the third molar. According to standard indications for surgical extraction versus conservative management, which of the following are appropriate considerations? (Choose two.)

A.Recurrent pericoronitis refractory to conservative management is an indication for removal
B.The tooth should always be left in situ until the patient is over 30 to assess for symptom development
C.Presence of associated pathology such as dentigerous cyst or root resorption of the adjacent second molar is an indication for removal
D.Asymptomatic fully impacted third molars in clean mouths must always be extracted prophylactically

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