Orthodontic Management of A Mandibular Impacted Canine: Case Report

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2019, Vol 18, Issue 2

Abstract

This case report describes the diagnosis and treatment of impacted mandibular canine in a 14 year old male patient. Patient was treated by surgical exposure of the impacted tooth followed by orthodontic traction. The total time duration of the treatment was 22 months. Impacted teeth are defined as teeth that remain completely or incompletely embedded in the jawbone or mucosa for more than 2 years following physiological eruption time.1 Canines play an pivotol role in functional occlusion and forms the foundation of an esthetic smile.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Jiju Mohan, Prof. Sandhya Maheshwari, Dr. Irum Uzma Siddiquie, Dr. Mohammad Zubair Ansari

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  • EP ID EP467664
  • DOI 10.9790/0853-1802126167.
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Dr. Jiju Mohan, Prof. Sandhya Maheshwari, Dr. Irum Uzma Siddiquie, Dr. Mohammad Zubair Ansari (2019). Orthodontic Management of A Mandibular Impacted Canine: Case Report. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS), 18(2), 61-67. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-467664