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Measuring Maxillary Posterior Tooth Movement: A Model Assessment using Palatal and Dental Superimposition
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[Orthodontics in general practice 4. Impaction of maxillary front teeth]
R J Swart1, R M A Kiekens, W A Borstlap
1UMC St Radboud, Nijmegen. orthodontics@dent.umcn.nl
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|June 12, 2008
Summary
Maxillary incisor and canine impaction during mixed dentition can result from various factors. Early detection and advanced imaging like Cone-Beam CT are crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
Context:
- Eruption failures, including dislocation and impaction of maxillary incisors and canines, are common during the mixed dentition period.
- Causes include dental crowding, premature deciduous tooth loss, trauma, supernumerary teeth, and agenesis or malformed lateral incisors.
- These issues are often diagnosed in the early to late mixed dentition stages.
Purpose:
- To highlight the common causes and diagnostic timing of maxillary incisor and canine impaction.
- To emphasize the importance of early detection by general dental practitioners.
- To compare the diagnostic utility of conventional radiography versus Cone-Beam CT (CBCT) for impacted teeth.
Summary:
- Maxillary incisor impaction is typically identified during the early mixed dentition, while canine impaction is often noted later.
- Treatment may involve preventive orthodontics to clear eruption pathways or surgical intervention for exposure and removal of supernumerary teeth.
- Cone-beam CT provides superior three-dimensional diagnostic information compared to conventional two-dimensional radiographs, aiding in prognosis assessment.
Impact:
- Early identification and appropriate management of impacted teeth can prevent complications and improve treatment outcomes.
- The use of Cone-Beam CT enhances diagnostic accuracy, leading to more effective treatment planning for impacted teeth.
- Increased awareness among general dental practitioners can lead to earlier referrals and interventions for eruption disturbances.
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