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Orthodontics, Preventive  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Treatment methods intended to prevent the development of crooked teeth that involve the use of space maintainers for BABY TEETH lost early or removal of PRIMARY TEETH that don't come out on their own. Commonly used in pediatric dentistry.

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