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which teeth are frequently extracted as part of orthodontic treatment?

by Julian Doyle DVM Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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The maxillary first premolar is frequently extracted as part of orthodontic treatment when the patient's teeth are crowded and more room is needed. The orthodontist closes the space, and the patient's facial appearance is not changed.

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Why are teeth extracted for orthodontic treatment?

There are many reasons to have a tooth extracted: one reason is in treating a patient for orthodontic care, to achieve straight teeth, a healthy bite, and a beautiful smile. In certain orthodontic cases, dental extractions are sometimes necessary to alleviate crowded teeth and to establish a stable bite.

Which teeth are the most commonly extracted from teeth?

Where extractions are indicated, first premolars are most commonly extracted but there are reasons for extracting elsewhere in the arch and this will involve other teeth The use of fixed appliances has considerably changed extraction viewpoints

Are extractions used too frequently in orthodontic treatment of malocclusion?

The role of extractions in orthodontic treatment has been a controversial subject for over a century. It is fair to say that even today, opinion is divided on whether extractions are used too frequently in the correction of malocclusion.

When should teeth be extracted for braces?

Teeth may be extracted before or during orthodontic treatment with braces or Invisalign. Once the extractions have healed properly, the teeth can be guided into the site vacated by the extracted tooth.

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Which premolar is often considered for removal for orthodontic treatment?

The first premolar teeth are most frequently removed for orthodontic reasons. Namely, both first and second premolars are located between the canine teeth and the molars, which means these teeth can be removed without sacrificing function or cosmetics.

Which of the following teeth are most likely to be out of position in the dental arch?

Because of their arrival in the eruption sequence after the incisors and premolars, the maxillary canines are more likely to be impacted or blocked out of the normal dental arch configuration.

Which teeth are not Succedaneous?

Permanent molars are not succedaneous teeth because they do not replace any primary teeth.

Which of the following teeth are usually the last teeth to be lost?

The first teeth to be lost are usually the central incisors. This is then followed by the eruption of the first permanent molars. The last baby tooth is usually lost around the age of 12, and is the cuspid or second molar. There will be a total of 32 permanent, or adult, teeth.

When do you extract supernumerary teeth?

Some authors advocate immediate removal of supernumerary tooth following diagnosis of their presence, while others favor postponement of surgical intervention until the age of 8 to 10 years, when the root development of central and lateral incisors is complete.

How do you extract supernumerary teeth?

If your supernumerary teeth are visible, it may be easy to remove them, just like removing a regular tooth. But if they are covered by something like your gum or by a layer of bone, an oral surgeon will have to lift the gum or remove the bone layer first.

Which teeth are considered Succedaneous?

The permanent incisors, canines, and premolars are called succedaneous teeth because they replace (succeed) the primary teeth.

Are premolars nonsuccedaneous teeth?

The permanent molars are called nonsuccedaneous teeth. They do not have predecessors, and they do not succeed or replace deciduous teeth. The permanent premolars replace the deciduous molars.

Which teeth are most often affected by ankylosis?

The most commonly affected tooth is the mandibular (lower) second deciduous molar. Partial root resorption first occurs and then the tooth fuses to the bone. This prevents normal exfoliation of the deciduous tooth and typically causes impaction of the permanent successor tooth.

Which teeth do you lose?

The first teeth to be lost are usually the central incisors. This is then followed by the eruption of the first permanent molars. The last baby tooth is usually lost around the age of 12, and is the cuspid or second molar. There will be a total of 32 permanent, or adult, teeth.

What are the deciduous teeth?

Deciduous teeth are also called children's teeth, baby teeth or first teeth. Deciduous teeth are smaller and whiter than permanent teeth. We only have 20 deciduous teeth. They start to erupt when we're around 6 months old, and are usually all through when we're 29 months old.

What is a premolar tooth?

Bicuspids are also called premolar teeth because they are located between our canines and our molars in the backs of our mouths. Bicuspid is the more common name. Bicuspid or premolar teeth typically come in between ages 12 and 13. They are part of your adult teeth.

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