The use of customized trainers in Class II division 1 malocclusion.
Journal Title: International Journal of Dental Science and Innovative Research (IJDSIR) - Year 2019, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
The class II division 1 malocclusions, in growing patients, are usually associated to functional disorders. The treatment plan of these malocclusions must include the treatment of oro-facial dysfunctions. Case Description: This is a case report of 9-year-old girl diagnosed as Class II division 1 malocclusion. Functional treatment approach was decided using a customized orthodontic trainer: with the mandible in protruded position and a new occlusion plane. At the end of this phase of treatment, improvements have been evaluated with lateral cephalograms superimposition between T1 and T2.Discussion: The customized orthodontic trainerallowed a good dento-skeletal result after 18 months application.Conclusions: The customized orthodontic trainers can be a real alternative for early treatment of class II malocclusions with functional patterns.
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Dr. Boukhazani Fouzi
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