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Congenitally Missing Upper Laterals. Clinical Considerations: Orthodontic Space Closure

Authors: 
Muhamad Abu-Hussein
Nezar Watted
Journal Name: 
Journal of Dental and Oral Health
Volume: 
1
Issue: 
3
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Date: 
Thursday, August 6, 2015
Keywords: 
Keywords: Agenesis, Lateral incisors, Maxilla, Space opening, Reconstruction
Abstract: 
Agenesis of the maxillary lateral incisors is a common finding with esthetic and functional problems. The treatment options available are space closure by canine substitution and space opening for future prostheses. The aim of this article is to make a report and critical evaluation of the current perspectives treatment options available in the contemporary literature. Clinical cases of each treatment approach are also presented.