Levine N, Sigal M J, Creighton J M, Maeda T
Department of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Toronto.
J Int Assoc Dent Child. 1990 Dec;20(2):62-4.
Premature loss of teeth in posterior segments of the primary, mixed or permanent dentition may lead to space loss in an anterior-posterior dimension. This article illustrates how a simple, aesthetic and effective space maintainer can be used to prevent space loss in the permanent dentition.