Related Experiment Videos
[Different indications for lower incisor extraction]
1Poliklinik für Kieferorthopädie der Westfällischen Wilhelms-Universität Münster.
Deutsche Stomatologie (Berlin, Germany : 1990)
|January 1, 1991
Summary
This study reviews lower incisor extraction indications from 1955-1989, focusing on orthodontic, trauma, and missing tooth cases. Ten treatment examples illustrate current clinical practices and decision-making for these extractions.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Oral Surgery
Context:
- Literature review spanning 1955-1989 on lower incisor extraction.
- Identifies key reasons for extraction from orthodontic and clinical perspectives.
- Includes cases of dental trauma and congenital absence of incisors.
Purpose:
- To survey historical indications for lower incisor extraction.
- To present and discuss the authors' specific indications based on clinical cases.
- To provide a comprehensive overview of treatment rationales.
Summary:
- Dominant indications for lower incisor extraction include orthodontic treatment needs, trauma, and missing incisors.
- The review synthesizes findings from extensive literature and presents ten illustrative treatment cases.
- Authors discuss their specific criteria and approaches to incisor extraction.
Impact:
- Informs current understanding of historical trends in incisor extraction.
- Provides a basis for evaluating contemporary orthodontic and surgical decision-making.
- Contributes to the literature on managing complex dental anomalies and trauma.