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Efficient Approach to Uprighting Mesially-Impacted Second Molars Using Activated Extra-Length Nickel-Titanium
Kun Li1, Deming Yu1, Meijuan Zhang2
1Fushan Division, The Affiliated Yantai Stomatological Hospital, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, China.
Contemporary Clinical Dentistry
|April 9, 2026
Summary
This case report demonstrates how activated extra-length (AEL) nickel-titanium (NiTi) archwires successfully uprighted horizontally impacted mandibular second molars in a teen patient. The technique improved dental alignment, occlusal function, and smile esthetics.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Dental crowding is a common orthodontic concern.
- Horizontally impacted mandibular second molars present a significant treatment challenge.
- Effective molar uprighting techniques are crucial for optimal orthodontic outcomes.
