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D7280 Exposure of unerupted tooth

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Also known as: tooth exposure, surgical uncovering, exposure for orthodontics

Surgical exposure of an unerupted or impacted tooth that is not being extracted, typically to allow orthodontic movement.

Clinical Context

Used for surgical access and exposure of unerupted or impacted teeth to allow orthodontic traction or monitoring. Common indications include impacted canines, supernumerary teeth, or delayed eruption requiring exposure for alignment.

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Specialties

Oral SurgeryOrthodonticsPeriodontology

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