The aim of this clinical study was to compare the effects of traditional and orthodontic extraction methods on postoperative nerve damage in impacted third molars associated with the inferior alveolar nerve. The main question it aims to answer is: -Does the orthodontic extraction method reduce the risk of nerve injury compared to traditional extraction? Participants will: * undergo either traditional or orthodontic extraction * be monitored for postoperative paresthesia. Researchers will compare traditional and orthodontic extraction methods to see if extraction methods affect postoperative nerve damage.
Age range
18 Years – 60 Years
Sex
ALL
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2-point discrimination test on the 7th day after surgery
Timeframe: A 2-point discrimination test will be performed before the extraction and 7 days after extraction in both groups.