Molar uprighting using a newly designed segmental wire: a case report

Abstract

The ectopic eruption path of a permanent molar can cause incomplete emergence through interference by an adjacent tooth, early loss of a primary molar, or an arch length discrepancy. It is clinically important to determine the appropriate appliance that may easily be placed for the considered application of a molar corrective force. A newly designed appliance is introduced for the distal uprighting of an ectopically erupting molar and supported by two case presentations. The current technique of using a segmental wire incorporating double-sided hooks may easily and effectively resolve this problem.