Space Holders: When, Why, and How to Use Them?

Description Additional Information When, why, and how should they be used? The premature loss of a primary tooth directly compromises the integrity of the arch length and the eruption path of the underlying tooth bud. The indication for a space maintainer is based on a rigorous analysis of the stage of root development, occlusal relationships, and the young patient’s cooperation. This 1.5-hour webinar outlines the decision-making criteria and placement protocols for effectively preventing malocclusions resulting from early tooth loss. Clinical and radiographic evaluation of space loss resulting from caries and trauma in children Rational selection of fixed appliances (band-loop, crown-loop, lingual arch, distal shoe) and removable appliances Clinical implementation steps: bracket try-in, adjustment of the extension arm, and cementation protocols; planning for occlusal follow-up, hygiene maintenance, and managing the appliance removal schedule. Who is this for? — This training is intended for general dentists and pediatric dentists who wish to master chairside space maintenance for early, simple, and predictable occlusal guidance. Pediatric Dentist, ULB Pediatric Dentistry & Space Maintainers; Doctor of Dental Sciences — ULB; Director of the Pediatric Dentistry Certificate Program — ULB; Member: €45; Non-member: €55; January 12, 2027, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 PM (function(){ var root = document.getElementById('dz-course-2027'); if(!root) return; var reduced = window.matchMedia && window.matchMedia('(prefers-reduced-motion: reduce)').matches; var targets = root.querySelectorAll('.dz-reveal'); if('IntersectionObserver' in window && !reduced){ var io = new IntersectionObserver(function(entries){ entries.forEach(function(e){ if(e.isIntersecting){ e.target.classList.add('is-visible'); io.unobserve(e.target); } }); }, {threshold:0.15}); targets.forEach(function(t){ io.observe(t); }); } else { targets.forEach(function(t){ t.classList.add('is-visible'); }); } // Light parallax on hero var heroImg = root.querySelector('.dz-hero-img'); var hero = root.querySelector('.dz-hero'); if (heroImg && hero && !reduced) { var updateParallax = function() { var r = hero.getBoundingClientRect(); if (r.bottom > 0 && r.top < window.innerHeight) { var offset = Math.max(-70, Math.min(70, r.top * 0.15)); heroImg.style.transform = 'translateY(' + offset + 'px)'; } }; updateParallax(); window.addEventListener('scroll', updateParallax, {passive:true}); } })(); 5 Dr. Tania Vanhée

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