The beauty of balance: Non-surgical facial asymmetry correction by mandible repositioning splint and orthodontic camouflage


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Case Report

Author :

Shruti Mittal*, Prerna Hoogan Teja, Astitav Mittal, Priyesha Nohria, Chinar Dahiya

Volume :

10

Issue :

4

Abstract :

These days, the demand for correcting facial asymmetry has been increasing, even when the extent of asymmetry is small. This case report describes successful nonsurgical orthodontic treatment for facial asymmetry in a 21-year-old female patient presented with buccal segment crossbite and buccally placed upper left permanent canine, with the usage of mandibular repositioning occlusal splint along with fixed mechanotherapy.  

Keyword :

Facial asymmetry, Nonsurgical treatment, Buccal crossbite, Occlusal splint, Mandible repositioning.