Orthodontic treatment of a stubborn palatally ectopic canine: a case report

Abstract

This is a case report that highlights a different treatment approach in dealing with palatally ectopic canines. The modified transpalatal arch with an ‘active’ arm was used to align a palatally ectopic canine with ‘push’ mechanics after the initial use of more conventional ‘pull’ mechanics (piggy-back archwire technique) had failed.

Keywords:

• Interceptive treatment
• transpalatal arch
• ectopic canines

Acknowledgments

This case report was not funded by any external body. I would like to thank Ms Alison Butler, chief orthodontic technician, for her technical expertise in constructing the modified transpalatal arch.