Title of article :
Treatment of a Class II division I preadolescent patient with congenitally missing mandibular central incisor and second premolars.
Author/Authors :
Ghougassian, saro American University of Beirut - Medical Center - Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Lebanon , skaf, Zouhair Lebanese University - School of Dentistry - Department of Orthodontics, Lebanon
Abstract :
This case report describes the orthodontic treatment of a preadolescent girl with congenitally missing mandibular central incisor and second premolars, presenting a Class II malocclusion. Management of mandibular second premolar agenesis is emphasized. Keeping the deciduous molars was the adopted treatment option. The age of the patient and the type of her malocclusion were influencing factors in the treatment planning.
Journal title :
JLDA - Journal of the Lebanese Dental Association
Journal title :
JLDA - Journal of the Lebanese Dental Association
