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Root resorption and the impacted canine
1Department of Orthodontics, Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, UK.
Journal of the Irish Dental Association
|January 1, 1997
Summary
Impacted upper permanent canines can cause incisor root resorption, a damaging outcome that is difficult to predict. Early management is crucial for all impacted canine cases to prevent potential harm.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Oral Surgery
Background:
- Impacted permanent canines are a common orthodontic concern.
- Incisor root resorption is a potential complication of canine impaction.
- Predicting the occurrence of resorption is challenging.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the incidence and outcomes of incisor root resorption associated with impacted upper permanent canines.
- To review factors linked to canine impaction and root resorption.
- To discuss management strategies for impacted canines.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on incisor root resorption and impacted upper permanent canines.
- Analysis of associated factors contributing to resorption.
- Case examples illustrating management approaches.
Main Results:
- The incidence and outcome of incisor root resorption vary.
- It is not currently possible to reliably predict when resorption will occur.
- Both buccal and palatal impacted canines pose a risk of damage.
Conclusions:
- All impacted upper permanent canines, regardless of their position (buccal or palatal), should be considered potentially damaging to adjacent incisors.
- Proactive management strategies are essential for impacted canine cases to mitigate the risk of incisor root resorption.
- Further research may be needed to improve prediction of resorption risk.