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Canine transposition--approaches to treatment.
Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|November 1, 1983
Summary
Dental transposition, often involving canines, can occur in either jaw. Early detection and root apex position are key for effective interceptive or corrective treatment of this rare anomaly.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Dental Anomalies
Background:
- Transposition is a rare dental anomaly where teeth swap positions.
- It most commonly affects canine teeth, often with primary canines still present.
Observation:
- Transposition can be unilateral or bilateral, occurring in either the maxilla or mandible.
- In the maxilla, canines frequently transpose with first premolars.
- In the mandible, canines typically transpose with lateral incisors.
Findings:
- The presence of primary teeth can influence transposition patterns.
- Causative factors for dental transposition are under discussion.
- Root apex position is critical for treatment planning in advanced cases.
Implications:
- Early detection allows for interceptive treatment of incipient transposition.
- Understanding transposition patterns aids in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment.
- Knowledge of root apex positioning guides the management of transposed teeth.