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Orthodontic Treatment Combined with Surgical Intervention for Management of Impacted Maxillary Permanent Central Incisors: A Case Series

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Impacted maxillary central incisors prevalence is uncommon. This has a substantial impact on the patient's self-esteem and aesthetic issues. A successful orthodontic resolution requires a combination of surgical exposure, bracket attachment, and extrusion. The surgical orthodontic method is the best option for treating impacted maxillary central incisors. In this case series, three patients with central incisor impaction reported missing teeth and unaesthetic appearance. All the cases were treated with surgical exposure, followed by orthodontic traction to restore smiling aesthetics.

Source: Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences

DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_400_25

Authors: Kasturi Mukherjee, Poulomi Roy, Vikrant Omprakash Shetty, Prakash Banerjee, Shyamal Bar

Institution: Tatyasaheb Kore Dental College and Research Centre

Language: English

Topic: Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics

Subfield: Orthodontics

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $250