Surgical Approach with Prolonged Retention of Deciduous Tooth
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Surgical Approach with Prolonged Retention of Deciduous Tooth
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Step 1
Upper jaw
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Step 2
Lower jaw
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Before the surgery
Prolonged retention of deciduous tooth
- The canine tooth on the lower jaw was contacting the lips.
- Tried surgery-first approach for occlusion adjustment.
Confirmed that the root apex is not closed.
Confirmed that the root apex is not closed.After the surgery
Checked the occlusion after the extubation. Took a picture for a record.
-> Revisited after 2 weeks and checked the occlusion when the crown is erupted.
-> If necessary, perform the surgery again.
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