Does Bolton discrepancy correction guarantee aesthetics?
In cases of a discrepancy, Bolton analysis should be evaluated to ensure appropriate orthodontic planning. This article presents a case report of a young female patient with conical upper lateral incisors and an impacted upper canine. CPD/Clinical Relevance: The treatment plan presented illustrates the importance of evaluating intra-arch dental proportions so that the decision to increase or decrease dental volume ensures adequate aesthetic and functional results.
Authors
- Luciana Quintanilha Pires Fernandes (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2596-8486)
- Flávia Artese (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2690-2152)
- Natália Julie de Sousa Melcop
Institutions
- Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Orthodontic Update
- Published
- 2026-02-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.12968/ortu.2026.19.1.16
- Primary Topic
- Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00