Extractions of first permanent molars in orthodontics: Treatment planning, technical considerations and two clinical case reports

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Author Details : Ashok Surana*, Siddhartha Dhar, Surajit Chakrabarty, Sanjay Kumar

Volume : 1, Issue : 1, Year : 2017

Article Page : 41-48

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.jco.2017.035

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Abstract

First permanent molars are not usually extracted for orthodontic purposes, but their compromised status may necessitate such a step
in certain cases. This article reviews the literature, the rationale and technical considerations of orthodontic treatment with extractions
of first permanent molars.

How to cite : Surana A, Dhar S, Chakrabarty S, Kumar S, Extractions of first permanent molars in orthodontics: Treatment planning, technical considerations and two clinical case reports. J Contemp Orthod 2017;1(1):41-48

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