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Space maintainers in dentistry: past to present
Vikas Setia1, Inder Kumar Pandit, Nikhil Srivastava
1Assistant Professor, Department of Paedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Adesh Institute of Dental Sciences and Research , Bathinda-151001, Punjab, India .
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR
|December 4, 2013
Summary
Early orthodontic interventions, like space maintainers, prevent malocclusions caused by tooth loss. This report reviews effective and durable space maintainer options for developing dentition.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
Background:
- Early orthodontic interventions guide developing dentition for favorable outcomes.
- Interceptive orthodontics can mitigate malocclusion severity, treatment complexity, time, and cost.
- Preventing malocclusion from tooth loss requires effective and durable space maintainers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe evolving trends in space maintainer utilization.
- To highlight the role of space maintainers in preserving space until permanent tooth eruption.
Main Methods:
- Review of conventional band and loop space maintainers.
- Evaluation of prefabricated bands with custom loops.
- Assessment of glass fiber-reinforced composite resins as space maintainers.
Main Results:
- Conventional band and loop remain a common method.
- Prefabricated options offer convenience and customization.
- Glass fiber-reinforced composites present a modern, durable alternative.
Conclusions:
- Appropriate space maintainer selection is crucial for preventing malocclusion.
- Technological advancements offer improved space maintenance solutions.
- Continued evaluation of space maintainer efficacy and durability is warranted.
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