Surgical exposure and orthodontic positioning of an unerupted maxillary canine: case report.
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This report describes the surgical and orthodontic management of a patient with a palatally impacted permanent maxillary canine. Following surgical exposure, orthodontic traction was applied to reposition the canine with resultant proper functioning, excellent esthetics, and good periodontal health.
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Kirtaniya BC et al.: Surgical Exposure and Orthodontic Positioning of a Palatally Impacted Maxillary Canine
The aim of the present report is to demonstrate the surgical and orthodontic positioning of a palatally impacted permanent maxillary canine in a patient aged 14 years. The surgical exposure and orthodontic traction were applied to reposition the canine with resultant proper functioning, excellent esthetics, and good periodontal health.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Pediatric dentistry
دوره 11 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1989