1 Anatomy
Nerves
Blood Vessels
Buccal Fat Pad
Submandibular Fossa
Maxillary Sinus
Infratemporal Fossa
References
2 Case Selection
Medical Evaluation
Radiographic Assessment
Early Third Molar Removal
Prophylactic Removal of Third Molars
Summary
References
3 Complications
Paresthesia
Alveolar Osteitis
Infection
Bleeding and Hemorrhage
Jaw Fracture
Osteomyelitis
Damage to Proximal Teeth
Buccal Fat Pad Exposure
OralAntral Communication
Displacement of Third Molars
Aspiration and Ingestion
Temporomandibular Joint Injury
Complications Summary
References
4 Work Space: Equipment, Instruments, and Materials
Equipment
Instruments
Materials
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
References
5 Surgical Principles and Techniques
Surgical Principles
Surgical Technique
Germectomy
References
6 Pharmacology
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Pharmacology for Third Molar Removal
Sedation
Pain Management
Inflammation
Infection
Authors Medication Regimen
References
7 Sedation Techniques
Sedation as a Continuum
ADA Definitions (Verbatim)
ADA Clinical Guidelines (Verbatim)
Medical Evaluation
Routes of Administration
Inhalation (N2O)
Oral Sedation
Sublingual Administration
Intravenous Sedation
Venipuncture
References
8 Sedation Emergencies and Monitoring
Patient Safety and Sedation Law
Sedation Emergencies
Monitors
References
9 Documentation
Informed Consent
Progress Notes
Malpractice Cases
Summary
References
10 The Mobile Third Molar Practice
Mobile Practice Benefits
General Dentist or Specialist
Mobile Practice Promotion
Third Molar Procedure Manual
Third Molar Removal With IV Sedation
Introduction
Guidelines for Third Molar Surgery
Instruments/Operatory Setup
Instruments/Sterilization
Emergency Procedures
Medical History
Presurgical Instructions
Postsurgical Instructions
Progress Notes
Progress Notes Key
Sedation Record
Third Molar Impaction Consent
IV Sedation and Wisdom Teeth Briefing
Third Molar Research
Contractual Agreement for Dental Services
Documents
Scheduling Letter
Scheduling Protocol
Scheduling Tips
Insurance/Fees
Summary
References