Abstract
Introduction: Third molar extraction is a common surgical procedure often performed by
dentists that can induce the symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorders as a procedure
complication. The aim of this study was to review and analyze the incidence of the symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorders following third molar removal. Methods: This rapid review was carried out from December 2020 to February 2021 on articles that reported the incidence of joint sounds, pain, limited jaw movement, and deviation or deflection of jaw motion as the symptoms of temporomandibular disorders after third molar extraction. Articles searching referred to PRISMA analysis guidelines with PICO to determine the scope of the study. The article identification was conducted through PubMed, CINAHL, Dentistry & Oral Sciences Source, and Google Scholar without year restriction. Articles were selected based on duplication, title and abstract, and full-text inspection. Results: 679 articles were identified, and 28 reports were obtained after the identification and abstract screening. Eleven papers that met the criteria with prospective and retrospective cohort study design were included in this study. It was found that the incidence of joint sounds was 6.3-23%, the pain was 0.18-31%, and limited jaw movement was 0.5-17.6% after tooth extraction, with third molar extraction as the only intervention. Conclusion: This study showed an incidence of joint sounds, pain, and limitation of jaw movement as the symptoms of temporomandibular disorders following third molar extraction, with pain as the most common symptom. Comprehensive preoperative examination and appropriate method usage during tooth extraction need to be conducted.

Key words: Symptoms ,temporomandibular joint disorder, third molar extraction, incidence