Prevalence and Pattern of Adult Maxillofacial Injuries: An Institutionbased Retrospective Study.

Introduction: Maxillofacial injuries are more prevalent in road traffic accidents (RTAs). The incidence of RTAs tends to vary with geographical location, socioeconomic status, religion etc.

Aim: The main aim of this study is to determine the pattern and prevalence of maxillofacial injuries reported to our institution.

Prevalence and Pattern of Impacted Mandibular Third Molar: An Institution-based Retrospective Study.

Introduction: The third molar is the most frequently impacted tooth with a frequency of occurrence generally reported to be from 18 to 32%. It is considered impacted when its eruption into normal functional occlusion has been interfered with by other teeth, overlying bone or soft tissue and when it is not fully erupted by its expected age of around 20 years. Racial differences affect the pattern of impaction.