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ExpansionFacemask Treatment of an Adult Class III Malocclusion
Joint Authors
Kravitz, Neal D.
Jackson, Gregory W.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2014, Issue 2014 (31 Dec. 2014), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2014-02-19
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
The orthodontic treatment of class III malocclusion with a maxillary deficiency is often treated with maxillary protraction with or without expansion.
Skeletal and dental changes have been documented which have combined for the protraction of the maxilla and the correction of the class III malocclusion.
Concerning the ideal time to treat a developing class III malocclusion, studies have reported that, although early treatment may be the most effective, face mask therapy can provide a viable option for older children as well.
But what about young adults? Can the skeletal and dental changes seen in expansion/facemask therapy in children and adolescents be demonstrated in this age group as well, possibly eliminating the need for orthodontic dental camouflage treatment or orthognathic surgery? A case report is presented of an adult class III malocclusion with a Class III skeletal pattern and maxillary retrusion.
Treatment was with nonextraction, comprehensive edgewise mechanics with slow maxillary expansion with a bonded expander and protraction facemask.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Jackson, Gregory W.& Kravitz, Neal D.. 2014. ExpansionFacemask Treatment of an Adult Class III Malocclusion. Case Reports in Dentistry،Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459079
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Jackson, Gregory W.& Kravitz, Neal D.. ExpansionFacemask Treatment of an Adult Class III Malocclusion. Case Reports in Dentistry No. 2014 (2014), pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459079
American Medical Association (AMA)
Jackson, Gregory W.& Kravitz, Neal D.. ExpansionFacemask Treatment of an Adult Class III Malocclusion. Case Reports in Dentistry. 2014. Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459079
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-459079