3D guided approach to management of the maxillary impacted canines (part 1)

- Interdisciplinary approach “orthodontist-periodontist” to complex treatment of of the maxillary impacted canines

- Using CBCT to diagnose impacted maxillary canines position

- Risk factors that may compromise periodontal integrity of the exposed canines or adjacent teeth

- Anatomic landmarks critical in planning surgical exposure and orthodontic traction.

- Optimal timing to expose impacted canines

- Most optimal surgical exposure technique

- Most efficient traction mechanics of the exposed canines