20 years old Asian male patient presents with bilateral retained primary second molars #K & #T. Radiograph revealed no evidence of permanent second premolar #20 & #29. Both teeth presented with exposed root concavities, however, there was no clinical evidence of mobility.
treatment plan was modified: scaled without ultrasonic, referral was given for morphology evaluation.
Oral self care was reviewed: instructed patient use small head soft toothbrush to clean exposed root area on the retained primary teeth area. Use fluoride containing mouthwash and toothpaste 2X/day
20 years old Asian male presents with peg lateral on #7, asymmetric
Oral self care: moderate inflammation along gingival margin due to plaque accumulation around peg lateral
Oral self care reviewed: recommended using small head soft toothbrush with modified bass brushing technique. Demonstrated modified bass brushing technique. Recommended avoid biting hard food and using fluoride containing mouthwash and tooth paste 2x/day.