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[Impacted maxillary cuspid. III. Orthodontic aspects].

B J Wes¹, R J Swart

¹Afdeling Mondziekten en Kaakchirurgie van het Medisch Spectrum Twente te Enschede.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde

|May 1, 1992

Summary

The modified window technique reliably manages delayed eruption of impacted canines. Further orthodontic treatment, if needed, is best achieved with fixed appliances for optimal tooth positioning.

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Orthodontics
Oral Surgery

Background:

Impacted canines are a common clinical challenge.
Delayed eruption can lead to various complications.
The modified window technique offers a potential solution.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the efficacy of the modified window technique for impacted canine eruption.
To determine the subsequent treatment needs and outcomes.

Main Methods:

Utilized the modified window technique for canine exposure.
Monitored eruption progress and canine positioning.
Assessed the need for adjunctive orthodontic treatment.

Main Results:

The modified window technique demonstrated a high success rate in initiating canine eruption.
Subsequent treatment decisions were facilitated by the technique's predictability.
Fixed appliance orthodontics proved effective for final tooth alignment.

Conclusions:

The modified window technique is a predictable method for managing impacted canines.
It allows for informed decisions regarding further orthodontic intervention.
Fixed appliances ensure successful orthodontic positioning post-exposure.

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