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Orthodontic management of a developing dentigerous cyst related to lower second molar: a case report
Amr Ragab El-Beialy1, Abdulmonem Moftah BinRahima2, Mohammed Al Shhab3
1Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, 11 El-Saraya Street, Manial, Cairo, Egypt. amr.elbeialy@dentistry.cu.edu.eg.
Abstract:
The dentigerous cyst is a developmental odontogenic asymptomatic cyst, that is associated with the crown of an unerupted or impacted tooth. Early diagnosis is important to avoid any future complications and choose the best treatment option. The purpose of this case report is to describe the management of a dentigerous cyst related to lower second molar in a young female patient using orthodontic traction as a conservative treatment approach. This procedure helps to spare the patient an unnecessary surgical excision procedure and the associated excessive bone removal for a safety margin, stimulates bone healing and promotes the eruption of the cyst-associated tooth.
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