Overjet Reduction with the Use of ELIBA Device: A Case Report

Journal Title: Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research - Year 2018, Vol 12, Issue 12

Abstract

ABSTRACT The dental overjet, in subjects with skeletal class II, division I, malocclusion represents one of the difficult problems to resolve for the orthodontist. We describe a case of dental overjet reduction, treated with the Lingual Elevator by Balercia (ELIBA). This orthodontic approach, convenient for patients, can help the orthodontist to solve complex cases of dental overjet.

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Eleonora Ortu, Davide Pietropaoli, Ruggero Cattaneo, Mario Giannoni, Annalisa Monaco

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  • EP ID EP526599
  • DOI 10.7860/JCDR/2018/35530.12341
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Eleonora Ortu, Davide Pietropaoli, Ruggero Cattaneo, Mario Giannoni, Annalisa Monaco (2018). Overjet Reduction with the Use of ELIBA Device: A Case Report. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 12(12), 8-10. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-526599