Age and risk of nerve injury after the removal of lower third molars close to the inferior alveolar nerve: A nested case-control study

Key Points

• IAN neurosensory deficit occurred in 16.89% of subjects, highlighting a prevalent risk of nerve injury.
• Statistical analysis confirms age is a significant independent risk factor for IAN injury during lower third molar extraction.
• Observational analysis focuses on the relationship between age and IAN injury risk near the inferior alveolar nerve.
• Findings emphasize the need for thorough preoperative evaluations considering patient age to mitigate nerve injury risks.

Abstract