title: Uprighting mesially impacted mandibular permanent second molars.
abstract: Impaction of permanent teeth is a relatively common occurrence and can involve any tooth in the dental arch. Impacted mandibular second molars are relatively rare, but when they occur they may present a clinical problem for the orthodontist and oral surgeon. A typical case of bilaterally impacted mandibular second molars is illustrated, with orthodontic and surgical treatment options presented. Emphasis is placed on early diagnosis and initiation of corrective orthodontic therapy.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthodontics, Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel.
authors.forename: Y
authors.initials: Y
authors.lastname: Shapira
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Borell
authors.forename: O
authors.initials: O
authors.lastname: Nahlieli
authors.forename: M M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Kuftinec
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D005890:Gingivectomy; D006801:Humans; D008312:Malocclusion, Angle Class II / Q000628:therapy; D008334:Mandible; D008963:Molar / Q000473:pathology*; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances; D009969:Orthodontic Wires; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation; D014095:Tooth, Impacted / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*