The thumb-sucking deterrent and orthodontic retainer appliance

This case report illustrates a simple and effective removable thumb-sucking deterrent appliance used to treat an 18-year-old female. The thumb-sucking deterrent appliance described is easy to fabricate, requires little adjustment chairside and could easily be used in general dental practice in motivated patients. </jats:p

The PDQ transmigratory mandibular canine – a lucky escape!

This case report demonstrates the amount of movement that can occur with an impacted transmigratory permanent mandibular canine in a relatively short space of time. The treatment of the case is detailed along with a discussion of the potential sequelae of such impacted teeth. </jats:p