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What is the primary concern regarding the extraction of a second primary molar before the eruption of the first permanent molar?
What is the primary concern regarding the extraction of a second primary molar before the eruption of the first permanent molar?
- It may cause the first permanent molar to drift backwards.
- It may result in the first permanent molar drifting forwards. (correct)
- It may cause the remaining primary molars to become mobile.
- It may lead to the formation of a diastema between the permanent teeth.
What is recommended regarding balancing or compensating extractions of other sound second primary molars?
What is recommended regarding balancing or compensating extractions of other sound second primary molars?
- It is necessary to extract the contralateral second primary molar to prevent drifting.
- It is always necessary to maintain a balanced occlusion.
- It is only necessary if the remaining second primary molars have a poor long-term prognosis.
- It is not necessary unless the remaining second primary molars are also of poor long-term prognosis. (correct)
What is the recommended course of action for retained deciduous teeth if the permanent successor is present?
What is the recommended course of action for retained deciduous teeth if the permanent successor is present?
- Extract the retained deciduous teeth, particularly if they are causing deflection of the permanent tooth. (correct)
- Leave the retained deciduous teeth in place to maintain space.
- Monitor the retained deciduous teeth and extract them only if they become mobile.
- Perform serial extractions of the retained deciduous teeth and permanent successors.
What is the significance of a difference of more than 6 months between the shedding of contralateral teeth?
What is the significance of a difference of more than 6 months between the shedding of contralateral teeth?
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In the context of the given information, what is the primary concern regarding retained deciduous teeth?
In the context of the given information, what is the primary concern regarding retained deciduous teeth?
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