Periodontal lesions associated with deep bite: Report of three cases
Journal Title: International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction Deep bite malocclusionis one of the most damaging malocclusion A traumatic bite can aggravate and perpetuate periodontal disease in patients with poor oral hygieneAim To report three cases with different periodontal lesions in patients with deep biteCase Description This paper illustrates three cases of Ackerlys class III traumatic bite patients presenting with range of periodontal lesions like localized gingival enlargement localized periodontitis tooth mobility and tooth exfoliation in maxillary and mandibular anterior regionConclusion Excessive functional stress may accentuate inflammatory changes in the periodontium and thus enhance the destructive bacterial processesClinical Significance Traumatic deep overbite complicated with periodontal problems is a challenge for a clinical practitioner A meticulous and comprehensive approach to periodontal and occlusal examination etiological factors diagnosis and treatment planning is essential for better treatment resultsKeywords Malocclusion Deep bite Periodontal disease Gum enlargementnbsp
Authors and Affiliations
Anika Daing, Zeba Jafri, Ashu Bhardwaj, Madhuri A. Sawai, Nishat Sultan
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- EP ID EP492376
- DOI 10.18231/2395-499X.2018.0010
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