Canine Traction in Orthodontics: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Biomechanical Principles, Clinical Outcomes, and Emerging Innovations

2026-03-04 dentistry and oral medicine Title + abstract only

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BackgroundCanine impaction represents one of the most challenging clinical scenarios in orthodontic practice, with maxillary canines being the second most commonly impacted teeth after third molars. The management of impacted canines through orthodontic traction requires an advanced understanding of biomechanical principles, surgical techniques, and patient-specific factors. The decision to attempt traction must be informed by accurate differentiation between mechanical impaction and primary fai...