Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Orthodontic Space Closure

Therapeutic closure of spaces caused by the extraction of teeth, the congenital absence of teeth, or the excessive space between teeth.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

Therapeutic closure of spaces caused by the extraction of teeth, the congenital absence of teeth, or the excessive space between teeth.

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Synonyms

5 entry terms
  • Space Closure, Orthodontic
  • Closure, Orthodontic Space
  • Closures, Orthodontic Space
  • Orthodontic Space Closures
  • Space Closures, Orthodontic

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

97

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Previous Indexing

  • Tooth Movement (1993-1996)

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  1. E06w.658w.578.229

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Orthodontic Space Closure. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D019516. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D019516
  2. Orthodontic Space Closure. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q73226198