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

ABSTRACT 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...

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Published in:Indian journal of plastic surgery 2015-01, Vol.48 (1), p.089-091
Main Authors: Prasad, N. K. Koteswara, Hussain, Syed Altaf, Chitharanjan, Arun B., Murthy, Jyotsna
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Analysis
Care and treatment
Case Report
Diagnosis
Intervention (Psychology)
maxillary hypoplasia
midface distraction
Orthodontics
Osteogenesis
Osteotomy
Radiography
Teeth
temporary anchorage devices
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Summary:ABSTRACT 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.
ISSN:0970-0358
1998-376X
DOI:10.4103/0970-0358.155278