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Periodontal plastic interceptive surgery for a labially impacted maxillary canine: a case report
Neeraj Agrawal1, Kavita Agrawal, K Rosaiah
1Department of Periodontics, People's Dental Academy, Bhopal, India. dna7kgmc@gmail.com
Journal of the California Dental Association
|May 14, 2011
Summary
Managing impacted canines can cause insufficient attached gingiva, risking gum recession. Apically positioned flap surgery followed by orthodontic treatment is presented as an effective management strategy for labially impacted maxillary canines.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Periodontics
Background:
- Management of impacted canines frequently results in inadequate attached gingiva.
- This can lead to future gingival recession and related complications, impacting oral health.
- Several techniques exist for uncovering labially impacted maxillary canines, including gingivectomy, apically positioned flap surgery, and closed eruption.
Observation:
- The choice of technique for uncovering labially impacted canines can be complex.
- This case report focuses on a specific management approach for a labially impacted maxillary canine.
Findings:
- The authors detail a case managed successfully using apically positioned flap surgery.
- This surgical intervention was followed by orthodontic treatment to align the canine.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful application of apically positioned flap surgery in managing impacted canines with associated gingival concerns.
- The findings suggest this combined approach can effectively address both the impacted tooth and potential periodontal complications.
- Further research into the long-term outcomes of this technique is warranted.