IP Indian Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Research
Official Publication of Khyati Education And Research Foundation
Official Publication of Khyati Education And Research Foundation
Print ISSN: 2581-9356
Online ISSN: 2581-9364
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IP Indian Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Research (IJODR) open access, peer-reviewed quarterly journal publishing since 2015 and is published under the Khyati Education and Research Foundation (KERF), is registered as a non-profit society (under the society registration act, 1860), Government of India with the vision of various accredited vocational courses in healthcare, education, paramedical, yoga, publication, teaching and research activity, with the aim of faster and better dissemination of knowledge, we will be publishing the more...Case Report
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Volume : 10, Issue : 2, Year : 2024
Article Page : 124-128
https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijodr.2024.023
Abstract
Tooth impaction is known to cause various problems such as space loss, tipping of adjacent teeth, super-eruption of the antagonist tooth, and dislocation of the permanent tooth beneath the impacted primary tooth. In this case report, we present the treatment of a 14-year-old female patient who presented with a chief complaint of missing teeth in the lower left back jaw region. OPG finding reveal the exceptional occurrence of simultaneous impact ion involving the primary second molar and its succedaneous teeth- a remarkable rare observation. Based on the CBCT findings, it was revealed that the impacted premolar had ruptured the lower border of the mandible. To address this issue, a comprehensive treatment plan was developed. The treatment plan included the use of a bonded appliance to create space for tooth eruption, followed by surgical removal of the primary molar to provide more room for the impacted premolar. A traction chain was then attached from a fixed orthodontic appliance to the impacted premolar, guiding it into the correct position. Throughout the treatment process, the patient was closely monitored for any signs of discomfort or complications, and necessary adjustments were made to ensure the best possible outcome. The combination of these techniques proved to be effective in achieving successful orthodontic treatment and improved dental health for the patient.
Keywords: Guided eruption, Orthodontic repositioning, Impaction of deciduous teeth, Impacted deciduous molar, Impacted premolar
How to cite : Nandan H, Reddy S G, Jha P, Breaking through mandibular barrier: A case report on orthodontic repositioning of an impacted tooth. IP Indian J Orthod Dentofacial Res 2024;10(2):124-128
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