National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Practice Exam

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The major reason for not removing a mandibular third molar with acute pericoronitis is the risk of?

Permanent nerve damage
Jaw fracture
Spread of infection
Dry socket

The correct answer is: Spread of infection

The major reason for not removing a mandibular third molar with acute pericoronitis is the risk of spreading the infection. Removing the tooth in this condition can potentially cause the infection to spread to other areas of the mouth, leading to further complications. Option A and B are not directly related to acute pericoronitis and are less significant risks compared to the spread of infection. Option D, dry socket, is a possible post-extraction complication but is not the main concern when deciding to remove a tooth with acute pericoronitis.