Indicate the indication for extraction of permanent canines for orthodontic purposes.

Indicate the indication for extraction of permanent canines for orthodontic purposes.

• A. Anterior position
• B. Oral position
• C. Tooth impacted, without the possibility to be brought inside of arch
• D. Class II/2 Angle malocclusion

Answer: (C)

When a permanent canine is impacted and there is no feasible way to move it into the dental arch with orthodontic traction, extraction becomes the indicated course of action. Leaving an un-erupted canine that cannot be guided into the arch can hinder overall alignment, complicate space management, and risk damage to adjacent teeth or supporting structures. In such cases, removing the impacted tooth (to allow space and proper alignment of the remaining teeth) often provides a simpler, more predictable outcome for achieving a functional and esthetic occlusion. This approach is chosen when salvage of the canine is not realistically achievable within a reasonable treatment plan.

When a permanent canine is impacted and there is no feasible way to move it into the dental arch with orthodontic traction, extraction becomes the indicated course of action. Leaving an un-erupted canine that cannot be guided into the arch can hinder overall alignment, complicate space management, and risk damage to adjacent teeth or supporting structures. In such cases, removing the impacted tooth (to allow space and proper alignment of the remaining teeth) often provides a simpler, more predictable outcome for achieving a functional and esthetic occlusion. This approach is chosen when salvage of the canine is not realistically achievable within a reasonable treatment plan.