Fig.5: A molar band is placed for #31 and a bracket for #2.  A temporary crown (#30) is cemented with an intention to raise the occlusion.  Notice the space between upper and lower premolars (between 2 arrowheads).  There is also a space between #2 and 31. One to three elastic bands are placed between the buccal hook of #2 and the lingual cleat of #31 to correct the cross bite. Return to original article

Xin Wei, DDS, PhD, MS 1st edition 12/23/2012, last revision 10/22/2013