SERIAL EXTRACTIONS
\sˈi͡əɹɪə͡l ɛkstɹˈakʃənz], \sˈiəɹɪəl ɛkstɹˈakʃənz], \s_ˈiə_ɹ_ɪ__əl ɛ_k_s_t_ɹ_ˈa_k_ʃ_ə_n_z]\
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The selective extraction of deciduous teeth during the stage of mixed dentition in accordance with the shedding and eruption of the teeth. It is done over an extended period to allow autonomous adjustment to relieve crowding of the dental arches during the eruption of the lateral incisors, canines, and premolars, eventually involving the extraction of the first premolar teeth. (Dorland, 28th ed)
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