SPACE MAINTAINERSSpace maintainer is a device used to maintain the space created by the loss of a deciduous tooth.A space maintainer should fulfil the following requirements: –It should maintain the entire mesio-distal space created by lost toothIt must restore the function as far as possible & prevent over eruption of opposing teethIt should be simple in construction.It should be strong enough to withstand the functional forces.It should not exert excessive stress on adjoining teethIt must permit maintenance of oral hygiene.It must not restrict normal growth & development and natural adjustments…
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