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Journal of Orthodontics, Vol. 31, No. 2, 80-85, June 2004 doi:10.1179/146531204225020355
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Extraction of four first molars: a case for a general practitioner?

J. L. Seddon

Thornhill Dental Surgery, Dewsbury, UK

Address for correspondence: J L Seddon, Thornhill Dental Surgery, 4 Edge Lane, Thornhill, Dewsbury, WF12 0QR, UK Email: johnseddon{at}ukgateway.net

It has been suggested that the extraction of four first molars ‘doubles the treatment time and halves the prognosis’ (Mills). It is also thought by some that these cases are unsuitable for treatment by General Dental Practitioners. The aim of this article is to illustrate that, with careful case selection, space analysis and good anchorage control, first molar extraction cases can be relatively straightforward

Key words: Orthodontics, first permanent molars, fixed appliance therapy






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