In the mixed dentition, when there is a discrepancy between the bony structures and the teeth, in certain cases, serial extractions are performed in order to guide the eruption of permanent teeth and obtain a correct occlusal function. The treatment consists in the extraction of primary teeth and then of first bicuspids. The choice of the first tooth to be extracted is based upon the position of the crowns of the permanent teeth and their degree of root maturation. Then the first bicuspid is extracted as soon as or prior to its eruption. This interceptive treatment has limited indications which need to be respected in order to preserve the child's future dental health. This treatment is indicated for Class I malocclusions with severe crowding or moderate crowding associated with bi-maxillary protrusion.

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[The deciduous tooth: therapeutic choices].

Deciduous tooth diagnostic and treatment plan put a specific problem down. Therapeutical choice depends, not only of the child general health, but also of the deciduous tooth physiological period, its pathology, and the young child cooperation. Complexity of deciduous tooth biological cycle gives necessary, for the pedodontist, accuracy and a good clinical sense.

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[Root changes in deciduous teeth during resorption, therapeutic consequences].

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