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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Orthodontics
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Unilaterally impacted maxillary canines present a diagnostic challenge.
  • 3-dimensional cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) offers detailed imaging for analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare CBCT images in patients with unilateral canine impaction.
  • To identify radiographic predictors for maxillary canine impaction.

Main Methods:

  • A sample of 65 patients (ages 9.6-13.8 years) with unilateral impacted canines was analyzed.
  • CBCT scans were used to compare impacted and contralateral canines.
  • Radiographic variables included canine rotation, crown position, and angulation.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences were observed between impacted and non-impacted canines.
  • A multivariable prediction model demonstrated high accuracy (AUC=0.965).
  • Key predictors identified were canine crown position, cusp tip to occlusal plane, and angulation to the lateral incisor.

Conclusions:

  • CBCT-based prediction of canine impaction is highly effective.
  • The developed model aids orthodontists in selecting optimal intervention strategies.