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A Finite Element Approach for Locating the Center of Resistance of Maxillary Teeth
Published on: April 8, 2020
Eruption of the permanent upper canine: a radiologic study
E Fernández1, L A Bravo, M Canteras
1University Dental Clinic, Faculty of Medicine, University of Murcia, Spain.
Summary
Early detection of canine eruption anomalies is possible by understanding normal patterns. Canine inclination and its relation to the lateral incisor, assessed via dental development, help identify potential issues in children.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
Background:
- Early detection of upper canine eruptive anomalies is crucial for timely intervention.
- Understanding the normal eruptive pattern of the maxillary canine is essential for identifying deviations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the normal eruptive pattern of the upper canine.
- To evaluate canine inclination (CI) and its relationship with the lateral incisor (RCLI) in relation to canine development (DLI).
Main Methods:
- Radiographic analysis of 554 maxillary canines in 305 children (ages 4-12).
- Evaluation of canine inclination (CI), relationship to lateral incisor (RCLI), and lateral incisor development (DLI).
Main Results:
- Canine inclination increases until age 9, then uprights.
- Initial stages show canine-lateral incisor overlap; this decreases as lateral incisor development completes.
- Incomplete lateral incisor development strongly correlates with canine-lateral incisor overlap.
Conclusions:
- Lateral incisor development is a key indicator for detecting early canine eruption anomalies.
- Intervention, such as primary canine extraction, is advised for impacted canine prevention when anomalies are detected.
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