Effects of Premature Primary Tooth Loss on Midline Deviation and Asymmetric Molar Relationship in the Context of Orthodontic Treatment.

Aim: The aim of this retrospective pilot study was to investigate the effects of premature loss of primary teeth on molar relationships and midline discrepancies in young patients and explore its potential implications for dental treatments, including orthodontics.

Materials And Methods: A total of 550 study models from individuals seeking orthodontic treatment were evaluated, and 175 models met the inclusion criteria of mixed dentition. Each study model was examined for midline discrepancies, asymmetric molar relationships, and the impact of net premature tooth loss on the midline shift.