Orthodontic treatment of an impacted dilacerated maxillary central incisor combined with double surgical exposure

Authors

  • Marta Kosecka Department of Jaw Orthopedics, Medical University of Lublin, Poland Author
  • Edyta Tokarska Private Practice, Pulawy, Poland Author
  • Mansur Rahnama Department of Oral Surgery Medical University of Lublin, Poland Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5622-7330

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12923/

Keywords:

impacted teeth, dilacerated root

Abstract

The purpose of this case report is to present a correction of a horizontally impacted and dilacerated central incisor through two-stage crown exposure surgery combined with continuos - force orthodontic traction. The tooth was successfully moved into its proper position. The treatment is discussed and the orthodontic implications are considered, with a review of the literature on this topic. 

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Published

2025-05-14

How to Cite

Kosecka, M., Tokarska, E., & Rahnama, M. (2025). Orthodontic treatment of an impacted dilacerated maxillary central incisor combined with double surgical exposure. Current Issues in Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, 24(3), 99-105. https://doi.org/10.12923/