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Harriet Jones1, Rachael Nichol2, R James Spencer3
1Dental Officer, The Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, UK.
Primary Dental Journal
|January 28, 2022
Summary
Balancing and compensating extractions require more research as current guidelines lack strong evidence. This review helps general dental practitioners make informed treatment planning decisions.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Evidence-based practice
Background:
- Current guidelines for balancing and compensating extractions have limited evidence.
- The Royal College of Surgeons of England highlights the need for further research in this area.
Purpose of the Study:
- To appraise the existing evidence base for balancing and compensating extractions.
- To assist general dental practitioners in treatment planning decisions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and evidence appraisal.
- Discussion of general and clinical factors in treatment planning.
Main Results:
- The evidence base for balancing and compensating extractions is currently limited.
- Further research is needed to strengthen existing guidelines.
Conclusions:
- General dental practitioners should carefully consider all available evidence and clinical factors.
- Treatment planning for extractions requires a comprehensive approach due to evidence limitations.
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