Volume : 5, Issue : 5, May - 2016

Esthetic Rehabilitation of Bilaterally Missing Maxillary Permanent Canines � An interdisciplinary Approach

Dr. Ekta Lahoti, Dr Ali Asger Nakib, Dr Partha Pratim Choudhury, Prof. Dr. Anuranjan Das, Dr. Bimalendu Saha

Abstract :

<p>&nbsp;Missing anterior teeth compromising facial esthetics have always been a challenge to orthodontist. Congenitally missing teeth are among the most common known dental anomaly. Exclusive agenesis of both maxillary canines is an extremely rare occurrence and only few cases have been reported. The condition requires careful treatment planning on the part of orthodontist to consider either space closure or space creation for prosthetic replacement, keeping in mind optimum facial esthetics and occlusal stability. This article presents a case report where orthodontic treatment followed by prosthetic rehabilitation has been done for congenitally missing upper canines.</p>