Orthodontic extrusion does not achieve its purpose.  The labial gingiva of #8 does not have keratized tissue in addition to the concave labial ridge (Fig.2 *).  Interdental papillae are more or less within normal limit.

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Xin Wei, DDS, PhD, MS 1st edition 02/12/2013, last revision 12/06/2020