Unilateral extraction of the mandibular first permanent molar vs Bilateral extraction of the mandibular first permanent molars
Midline deviation of the mandibular arch · Children and adolescents after extraction of a mandibular permanent first molar (before eruption of the second molar)
One study found midline deviation more likely after unilateral than bilateral extraction (OR 11.6; single study; not GRADE-rated).
1 finding from 1 review
- Spontaneous space closure after extraction of permanent first molars in children and adolescents: a systematic review… 2024 All outcomesUntil eruption of the permanent second molar (median follow-up 4.0 years) · University clinics and hospitals in 8 countries (children/adolescents <18 years) · MandibleOR 11.6 [1.9, 70.3]1 studyGRADE not reported