Non-surgical orthodontic correction of anterior open bite: A case report


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Case Report

Author :

Gaurav Gupta*, D.K Gupta, Priyanka Gupta, Parth Shah, Devanshi Sankhla, Neeraj Chandra

Volume :

10

Issue :

4

Abstract :

Abstract Skeletal open bite is one of the most challenging malocclusions to treat and maintain due to difficulty and instability of correction. Patients with anterior open bite appear both dentalveolar component and increased skeletal vertical dimension. Main objective of article was to treat open bite with an ideal overbite and overjet relationships and to maintain proper occlusion. Goal of the treatment has been achieved according to the patients' desire and satisfactory interdigitation. No further relapse has been seen in follow up. Treatment resulted in functional stable occlusion and aesthetic along with an improved facial profile.

Keyword :

Skeletal open bite, Dent alveolar component, Skeletal vertical dimension