The use of an autogenous free gingival graft in the combined orthodontic and periodontal management of a buccally ectopic maxillary canine.
A case is reported in which an unerupted maxillary canine, situated buccally above the level of the mucogingival junction, was exposed surgically in conjunction with a free gingival graft. Alignment was achieved using the edgewise appliance. An adequate width of attached gingiva was maintained out of retention, with a good aesthetic result. The problems associated with radical exposure of buccally misplaced teeth are discussed.
D000293:Adolescent; D002610:Cheek; D003481:Cuspid / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005881:Gingiva / Q000637:transplantation*; D006801:Humans; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D014079:Tooth Eruption, Ectopic / Q000601:surgery*; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques; D014097:Tooth, Unerupted / Q000601:surgery*