Space maintenance for the premature loss of the second primary molar
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1002-0098.2019.12.012
- VernacularTitle: 第二乳磨牙早失的间隙保持
- Author:
Zhilian ZHANG
1
;
Yiran PENG
;
Jing ZOU
;
Yan WANG
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatric Dentistry, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University & State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Chengdu 610041, China
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Space maintenance;
Tooth, deciduous;
Premature loss of the second primary molar
- From:
Chinese Journal of Stomatology
2019;54(12):851-854
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Space reduction after the premature loss of the second primary molars is one of the important factors affecting the occurrence of malocclusion, often increasing the demand for orthodontic treatment. It has great significance to select and apply appropriate appliances to maintainthe space soon after the premature loss of the second primary molars. The space should be maintained until the adjacent teeth and the successors erupt successfully. This review summarizes the selection and clinical application of the space maintainer for the premature loss of the second primary molars in different periods, to improve dentists′ awareness of the importance of space maintainers and to provide advises for clinical choices.
