One of our 12-year-old patients was diagnosed with a mesially impacted left lower first molar and a tilted second molar. At 13, he began orthodontic treatment with another doctor, but by 14, he was advised to have both molars extracted, which would’ve resulted in needing implants in the near future. Thankfully, after consulting with Dr. Lee, his family opted for a tooth preservation plan.
After 18 months of treatment, including the use of TADs (temporary anchorage devices), Dr. Lee successfully aligned both molars. The patient and her family are thrilled with the results, not only saving the teeth but restoring normal bite function.
The process is as below.
