Separators: a review of uses and limitations

Autor:	Suhaym Mubeen, Devaki Patel, Nigel Taylor
Rok vydání:	2018
Předmět:	Orthodontics Computer science food and beverages Orthodontic band 030206 dentistry General Medicine 030204 cardiovascular system & hematology stomatognathic diseases 03 medical and health sciences Ectopic teeth 0302 clinical medicine stomatognathic system Interdental reduction Uprighting
Zdroj:	Orthodontic Update. 11:61-66
ISSN:	2515-5903 1756-6401
DOI:	10.12968/ortu.2018.11.2.61
Popis:	Abstract: Orthodontic separators (commonly known as spacers) are elastomeric or metal auxiliary appliances, which are often used in Orthodontics to create space between teeth and allow fitting of an orthodontic band. Separators can also be used to create space for other reasons such as to facilitate interdental reduction. This paper describes common uses and a variety of other purposes that can be achieved with the separator including: management of ectopic teeth; the creation of attachments on teeth; uprighting molars and detection of cavitated carious lesions. Separators have many benefits, however, they can cause discomfort and also periodontal problems if they remain dislodged beneath the contact point. CPD/Clinical Relevance: Orthodontic separators can be used for a variety of clinical situations by both Orthodontists and General Dental Practitioners alike as a useful adjunct in the dental armamentarium.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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