442 - Primary Molar Loss and Resulting Space Outcomes: a Systematic Review

Purpose: This systematic review is aimed at reviewing the current scientific literature to evaluate the need for a unilateral space maintainer after premature loss of a primary molar in the mixed dentition stage.

Methods: Current scientific literature was systematically reviewed across two electronic databases- PubMed and Google Scholar- by three independent investigators. Inclusion criteria for studies included in this review followed the PICO strategy as described below:

P (population): Patients who have lost a primary molar prematurely

I (intervention): Unilateral space maintenance

C (comparison): No space maintainer

O (outcome): Space loss

Results: Final Data Pending

Conclusion: Final Data Pending

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