Exposure of Impacted Teeth
A minor procedure that uncovers a tooth trapped beneath the gum or bone — most commonly an impacted canine — so an orthodontist can guide it into position.
CBCT 3D imaging locates the impacted tooth precisely; the surgeon opens the overlying gum (often laser-assisted), exposes the crown, and bonds a small gold chain/bracket for the orthodontist to apply traction over following months.
Children, teens, and young adults in orthodontic treatment whose canines/other teeth failed to erupt naturally; early evaluation (ages 10–13) gives best results.
- Saves the natural tooth instead of extracting it
- Coordinated with the orthodontist
- Laser-assisted = less bleeding, faster healing
- Precise 3D localization avoids root damage.
CBCT 3D scanning pinpoints exact tooth position/angulation; laser dentistry allows gentle, nearly bloodless exposure.
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