Assessment of space changes in the lower dental arch after the premature unit loss of a primary molar: A randomized clinical trial
Bruna Borges de Souza,
Maria Eduarda Evangelista,
Juliana da Silva Pereira Andriani
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundPremature loss of primary teeth presents a significant challenge in oral health, with conflicting views on using space maintainers.AimTo assess mandibular arch space changes associated with premature lower primary molar (PM) loss with or without a space maintainer.DesignA randomized clinical trial with children (6–9 years old) with premature loss of a lower PM divided into two groups: control group (CG), without a space maintainer, and intervention group (IG), with a space maintainer. Dental casts we… Show more
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