Introduction: Dentistry as a profession has been growing and developing exponentially in recent years. In addition to dental caries and periodontal disease, which are among the most prevalent orofacial diseases, problems with wisdom teeth are also frequently encountered. An unerupted or impacted third molar is a tooth that, according to the patient's dental age, should have erupted into the oral cavity but, for various reasons, has become stuck in the bone. Such teeth, especially those deep in the bone, cause discomfort and often pain for the patient, but their treatment is not easy and can lead to serious complications. Purpose: The purpose of this thesis was to explore and present the different roles of wisdom teeth in dentistry. Methods: The main source of information was professional literature published in professional and scientific journals, books, and publicly available databases. In the practial part we made thermoplastic removable orthodontic foils. Results: We have described the process of making thermoplastic removable orthodontic foils and the production of plaster and 3D-printed working models in writing and pictures. Discussion and conclusion: One of the most common decisions made by oral and maxillofacial surgeons is how best to manage third molars. Most of these decisions are simple due to the presence of symptoms and/or disease. Recently, however, these decisions have come under increasing scrutiny. Wisdom teeth are the subject of foreign and domestic professional and scientific meetings, as well as various research and studies. Their role typically varies between individuals.
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