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. 2011 Jan;2(1):3-7.
doi: 10.4103/0976-237X.79289.

Ectopic eruption - A review and case report

Syed Mohammed Yaseen  1 , Saraswati Naik, K S Uloopi
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Ectopic eruption - A review and case report

Syed Mohammed Yaseen et al. Contemp Clin Dent. 2011 Jan.

Abstract

Ectopic eruption is a disturbance in which the tooth does not follow its usual course. The purpose of this manuscript is to provide a brief review regarding the incidence, etiology, classification and different management techniques used for correcting ectopically erupting permanent first molar. The following manuscript further presents a case report for correction of ectopically erupting mandibular left permanent f irst molar by using a simple and effective appliance by the author.

Keywords: Distal tipping; ectopic eruption; halterman appliance; interproximal wedging.

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Patient aged 6 years
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Clinical examination
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Radiographic examination
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Surgical exposure of tooth
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Placement of occlusal button
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Appliance design
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Treatment outcome clinically
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Treatment outcome after follow-up
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