Agarwal N, Daigavane P, Kamble R, Suchak D, Shinde M. Harmonizing Dentofacial Balance: A Comprehensive Exploration of
Class 1 Malocclusion Resolution With Impacted Maxillary Central Incisor Management.
Cureus 2024;
16:e51582. [PMID:
38313909 PMCID:
PMC10835203 DOI:
10.7759/cureus.51582]
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Abstract
Permanent maxillary central incisor impaction is generally a rare phenomenon. Because the anterior teeth have a huge impact on a patient's facial aesthetics, missing anterior teeth are of major concern to patients who seek orthodontic treatment. However, correcting this type of malocclusion poses a challenge to the orthodontist. This case report of a 16-year-old male patient with an impacted maxillary right central incisor takes us through a series of events that are necessary to treat this type of malocclusion. The presenting case also had an impacted supernumerary tooth which was the primary cause for permanent tooth impaction. A combined treatment approach is usually needed to manage this type of case involving both the orthodontist and the surgeon.
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