title: [Tooth exfoliation in the supporting area, a critical phase in the development of the dentition].
abstract: The lateral supporting area should measure at least 22 mm on the average. This value should be corroborated by the use of any available radiographs and consideration of the width of permanent teeth that have already erupted, and sex-specific differences. All means for retaining teeth should be used to prevent a premature collapse of the supporting area.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D003481:Cuspid / Q000502:physiology; D003818:Dentition, Mixed; D006801:Humans; D008445:Maxillofacial Development; D008963:Molar / Q000502:physiology; D009973:Orthodontics, Preventive; D014080:Tooth Exfoliation
vernacular_title: Der Zahnwechsel im Bereich der Stützzone, eine kritische Phase der Gebissentwicklung