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Condylar Morphology in Patients with Unilateral Maxillary Impacted Canines: A Panoramic Radiography Study.
Begüm Turan Maviş1, Ahmet Yasin Aktaş1
1Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics, İstanbul, Türkiye.
Turkish Journal of Orthodontics
|June 17, 2026
Summary
Unilateral maxillary impacted canines (UMIC) do not show a significant association with side-specific differences in condylar morphology. Further research is needed to fully understand condylar morphology in these cases.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Radiology
Background:
- Unilateral maxillary impacted canines (UMIC) are a common orthodontic concern.
- The potential influence of UMIC on mandibular condylar morphology requires investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the association between UMIC and mandibular condylar morphology.
- To compare ipsilateral and contralateral condyles within individuals with UMIC using panoramic radiography.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective cross-sectional study of 364 patients with UMIC.
- Panoramic radiographs were used to assess condylar morphology (round, angled, flat, pointed).
- Statistical analysis included McNemar's test, stratified by age (<20 and ≥20 years).
Main Results:
- No statistically significant side-related differences in binary condylar morphology (round vs. non-round) were found between ipsilateral and contralateral sides.
- Round condylar morphology was less prevalent in patients aged ≥20 years.
- Angled and pointed morphologies were more frequent in older patients compared to younger patients.
Conclusions:
- UMIC alone does not appear to be associated with side-specific differences in condylar morphology.
- Further research employing advanced 3D imaging techniques is recommended for a comprehensive characterization of condylar morphology.
