Surgical Exposure of Teeth
The normal eruption of teeth can be disrupted due to inadequate space within the arch, obstruction from retained primary teeth (baby teeth), or due to other congenital conditions. A tooth which fails to erupt within the normal timeframe is referred to as an “impacted” tooth. Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are commonly removed for this reason.
The most common teeth requiring surgical exposure are canines and premolar teeth. These teeth are managed dependent on the individual circumstances, such as the space available for eruption, the position of the teeth, and your orthodontic plan.
