Orthodontic correction of an ectopic mandibular first permanent molar: a case report.
Ectopic eruption of mandibular first molar is a rare clinical problem. It is one result of an improper balance in the forces of growth and eruption. A case of ectopic eruption of the mandibular first permanent molar is described and the technique for repositioning it is showed.
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Department of Orthodontics, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Ospedale Fatebenefratelli, Isola Tiberina, Via Ponte Quattrocapi 34, 00184, Rome, Italy.
Maselli
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D002648:Child; D003481:Cuspid; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008311:Malocclusion, Angle Class I / Q000628:therapy; D008334:Mandible; D008963:Molar; D016382:Orthodontic Appliance Design; D016910:Orthodontic Brackets; D009969:Orthodontic Wires; D014079:Tooth Eruption, Ectopic / Q000628:therapy*; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*