title: The ectopic maxillary canine: a review.
abstract: This article reviews the aetiology and management of the ectopic maxillary canine. Much controversy surrounds the causes of canine palatal ectopia. The recent evidence surrounding the genetic and guidance theories are examined. The management options are detailed and the indications for each treatment modality based on the available scientific evidence are presented. Finally, the untoward sequelae of canine ectopia are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Royal Group of Hospitals and Dental Hospital, Belfast, UK.
authors.forename: P F
authors.initials: PF
authors.lastname: McSherry
mesh_terms: D003481:Cuspid / Q000473:pathology* / Q000502:physiology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008437:Maxilla; D009805:Odontogenesis; D009972:Orthodontics, Interceptive; D010159:Palate / Q000473:pathology; D014078:Tooth Eruption; D014079:Tooth Eruption, Ectopic / Q000209:etiology* / Q000235:genetics / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques