Management of post midface distraction occlusal discrepancy using temporary anchorage devices in a cleft patient

oleh: N. K. Koteswara Prasad, Syed Altaf Hussain, Arun B. Chitharanjan, Jyotsna Murthy

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 2015-01-01

Deskripsi

Open bite deformity following a successful midface advancement by distraction osteogenesis is a common complication. Temporary anchorage devices can be deployed during the distraction and post-distraction settling phases for restoring the occlusion even in severe cases. The following report describes the management of severe anterior open bite following maxillary distraction.