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Maxillary canine-lateral incisor transposition--orthodontic management
Y Shapira1, M M Kuftinec, D Stom
1Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Tel-Aviv University.
Summary
This case study details the orthodontic treatment of a rare maxillary canine-lateral incisor transposition. It describes a successful technique for aligning these severely displaced teeth to their correct positions.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Dental Anomalies
Background:
- Maxillary canine-lateral incisor transposition is a rare dental anomaly.
- Treatment planning for transposed teeth requires careful consideration of various options.
Observation:
- A specific case of complete maxillary canine-lateral incisor transposition is presented.
- The anomaly involved severe displacement and malocclusion.
Findings:
- Orthodontic alignment to the normal position was successfully achieved.
- The described technique involved a specific sequence of orthodontic movements.
Implications:
- This case demonstrates a viable orthodontic solution for severe dental transpositions.
- Successful treatment can improve function and aesthetics in patients with this anomaly.