The Analysis of Intermolar Width and Skeletal Base Class as a Predictor of Potential Maxillary Canine Impaction in Permanent Dentition: A Cross-Sectional Study

Hawa Dost, Ambreen Afzal Ehsan, Hasnain Sakrani, Sundus Munir, Abhishek Lal, Naseer Ahmed, Anand Marya, Artak Heboyan

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Abstract

Objectives. This study aimed to analyze the inter-molar width and skeletal base class to predict maxillary canine impaction in permanent dentition. Methods. This cross-sectional study was carried out between September 2021 to March 2022. Patients aged between 13 and 20 years were recruited. These patients’ cone-beam computer tomography(CBCT), lateral cephalogram, and dental casts were collected and analyzed. For statistical analysis, T-test and Chi-square tests were applied. Results. A total of 92 patients were enrolled in this study. Inter-molar width was significantly decreased in patients with impacted canine(P <.001). The skeletal base classification was statistically significant when compare with intermolar width(P <.05). The location of impaction (P =.060), type of impaction(P =.435), and side of impaction(P =.239) were determined to be statistically insignificant. Conclusion. The Inter-molar width was decreased in patients with impacted canine; therefore, it may be a potential risk factor. The skeletal classification was found to affect inter-molar width in impacted canine patients.

Original languageEnglish (US)
JournalGlobal Pediatric Health
Volume11
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2024
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • CBCT
  • impacted canine
  • inter-molar width
  • interceptive treatment
  • transverse maxillary discrepancy

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