# Harmonizing Dentofacial Balance: A Comprehensive Exploration of Class 1 Malocclusion Resolution With Impacted Maxillary Central Incisor Management

## TL;DR

This case report explores the treatment of a rare dental issue involving an impacted tooth and its impact on facial aesthetics.

## Contribution

The paper presents a case study highlighting a combined orthodontic and surgical approach for managing impacted teeth.

## Key findings

- A 16-year-old male patient had an impacted maxillary right central incisor and a supernumerary tooth.
- A combined orthodontic and surgical treatment approach was necessary for successful resolution.
- The case emphasizes the challenges and solutions in treating rare dental malocclusions.

## Abstract

Permanent maxillary central incisor impaction is generally a rare phenomenon. Because the anterior teeth have a huge impact on a patient's facial aesthetics, missing anterior teeth are of major concern to patients who seek orthodontic treatment. However, correcting this type of malocclusion poses a challenge to the orthodontist. This case report of a 16-year-old male patient with an impacted maxillary right central incisor takes us through a series of events that are necessary to treat this type of malocclusion. The presenting case also had an impacted supernumerary tooth which was the primary cause for permanent tooth impaction. A combined treatment approach is usually needed to manage this type of case involving both the orthodontist and the surgeon.