title: A conservative alternative to lower posterior bridges replacing mandibular first molars.
abstract: The permanent first molars erupt at the age of six years old. These teeth are most prone to dental caries and are often extracted at an early age because of dental decay. The conventional approach to replace these extracted teeth include fixed bridge, removable side plate and removable partial denture. In suitable cases, spaces created by the missing permanent first molars can be closed by the use of orthodontic appliances thereby avoiding the unnecessary sacrifice of sound tooth structure or the discomfort of wearing removable partial prosthesis.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001641:Bicuspid; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007576:Jaw, Edentulous, Partially / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D008334:Mandible; D008963:Molar; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques