Impacted canines can create a significant impact in a person’s confidence and oral health. Did you know that upper canines are among the most commonly impacted teeth, second only to wisdom teeth? At Sakti Dental and Orthodontic Clinic, Tirunelveli, we specialize in addressing even the most challenging dental issues, including impacted upper canines. Through a combination of surgical expertise and orthodontic precision, we’ve helped countless patients achieve the smile they deserve.
In this blog, we’ll explore the story of a 20-year-old girl who had impacted upper canines and how our team transformed her smile. We’ll also explain what impacted canines are, why they occur, and how braces can help bring them into their correct position.
Before: Understanding the Challenge of Impacted Canines
What Are Impacted Canines?
Upper canines, often referred to as the “cornerstones of the mouth,” are crucial for facial aesthetics and dental function. An impacted canine occurs when the tooth fails to erupt properly and remains trapped in the gum or bone.
Etiology: Why Do Canines Become Impacted?
- Genetics: A family history of impacted teeth can increase susceptibility.
- Retention of Milk Teeth: If the milk canine doesn’t shed on time, it can block the permanent tooth.
- Space Issues: Crowding in the jaw can prevent the canine from erupting.
- Ectopic Eruption: The canine develops in the wrong direction, away from its natural position.
Normal Canine Eruption Timeline
- Exfoliation of Milk Canines: Between 10–12 years of age.
- Eruption of Permanent Canines: Typically around 11–13 years of age.
If the permanent canine hasn’t erupted by this time, it may be impacted and require intervention.
Why Treating an Impacted Canine is Essential
- Aesthetic Concerns: Missing or malpositioned canines create gaps, affecting smile harmony.
- Functional Issues: Canines play a key role in biting and guiding jaw movements.
- Dental Complications: Impacted teeth can lead to crowding, misalignment, or cyst formation.
This was the case for our 20-year-old patient, who had two unerupted upper canines. The absence of these teeth left her smile incomplete and her confidence shaken.
Bridge: How We Addressed the Problem
At Sakti Dental and Orthodontic Clinic, we crafted a personalized treatment plan to bring her impacted canines into their correct positions and restore her smile aesthetics.
Step 1: Diagnosis and Planning
Using advanced 3D CBCT imaging techniques, we identified the exact positions of her impacted canines. This allowed us to plan a surgical and orthodontic strategy tailored to her needs.
Step 2: Surgical Exposure
The impacted canines were surgically exposed in a minor procedure. Orthodontic attachments were placed on the teeth during the surgery, enabling controlled movement into the dental arch.
Step 3: Orthodontic Braces
Braces were used to gently guide the canines into their proper positions. Over several months, the canines were aligned with the rest of her teeth, ensuring both functional and aesthetic balance.
After: A Radiant Smile and Renewed Confidence
The results were life-changing. Once the canines were in their proper positions, her smile was complete, and her confidence was restored. The transformation went beyond aesthetics—it improved her oral health and boosted her self-esteem, allowing her to smile freely and confidently.
Her journey exemplifies how advanced dental techniques can tackle even complex challenges, bringing lasting solutions and joy to patients.
How Sakti Dental and Orthodontic Clinic Can Help
At Sakti Dental and Orthodontic Clinic in Tirunelveli, we excel in managing challenging cases like impacted canines. Here’s why patients trust us:
- Expertise: Our team of orthodontists and surgeons is skilled in treating complex malocclusions and impacted teeth.
- Advanced Technology: From diagnostic imaging to state-of-the-art braces, we use the latest tools to deliver precise results.
- Patient-Centered Care: We customize every treatment plan to meet the unique needs of each patient.
Whether you’re dealing with impacted canines, misaligned teeth, or other dental issues, we’re here to help you achieve a smile that transforms your confidence and quality of life.
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The Mystery of the Missing Canine
At Sakti Dental and Orthodontic Clinic, Tirunelveli, we specialize in addressing challenging cases like impacted upper canines. Through advanced orthodontic techniques and expert care, we help patients achieve the smile they’ve always dreamed of.
One such inspiring case is that of a 20-year-old girl whose impacted upper canines were surgically exposed and guided into place using braces, completely transforming her smile and confidence. Read on to understand the causes, complications, and treatment of impacted canines, and how we can help you regain your radiant smile.
Dr. Shiva Sankar is the Clinical Director and Orthodontist at Sakti Dental Clinic, Tirunelveli with over 18+ years of experience in dentistry. He is also a Professor in the Department of Orthodontics, Rajas Dental College affiliated to, Dr.MGR Medical University. Dr. Shiva Sankar frequently publishes research papers in leading scientific national and international journals.