Tooth, Impacted
A tooth that is prevented from erupting by a physical barrier, usually other teeth. Impaction may also result from orientation of the tooth in an other than vertical position in the periodontal structures.
Year introduced: 1965
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Tree Number(s): C07.793.905
MeSH Unique ID: D014095
Entry Terms:
- Impacted Tooth
- Teeth, Impacted
- Impacted Teeth