With the development of TADs, a large amount of molar protraction became possible. If the 2nd molar is protracted when the 1st molar is damaged, there is room for the 3rd molar. Even an impacted 3rd molar can be used by pulling it into this space. This treatment allows patients to repair the missing space with their own natural teeth, not prosthetics or implants, if their molars are missing.
Learning Objectives:
After this session, attendees will be able to:
Identify when and how much molar protraction is used.
Outline side effects that may occur when a large amount of molar protraction is performed and learn how to deal with them.
Evaluate the spontaneous movement of the impacted 3rd molar and pull it up then control the angulation after the 2nd molar protraction.
