Knowing the condition and position of the third molars can be very important factors in  treatment planning.

  Naturally not all 3rd molars need to be extracted nor should they be.

  What may appear to be very straight forward extractions may literally be more involved than anticipated.

  A reconstructed NewTom scan reveals the exact position of the apexes in relation to other important anatomy such as the mandibular canal and the maxillary sinuses. Cross-sections through those areas are of great help.