Diagnosis and treatment of missing upper lateral incisors part 2

These two articles aim to outline the assessment and explain the treatment options for those patients who present with missing upper lateral incisors. In Part 1, emphasis is placed on the diagnosis and need for a combined orthodontic-restorative approach to provide optimal patient care. Clinical Relevance: The management of patients with absence of one or both lateral incisors can be an aesthetic and functional challenge. Frequently, a number of different factors need to be considered in order to achieve the best end result. We suggest that a combined orthodontic-restorative approach be considered at the start of the planning process, in order to consider all treatment possibilities. </jats:p