Managing Unexpected Iatrogenic Opening of Anterior Bite During Active Orthodontic Treatment: A Case Report

Authors

  • ND Mohd Ali Postgraduate Orthodontic Clinic, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Sungai Buloh Campus, Jalan Hospital, 47000 Sungai Buloh, Selangor
  • SH Abdul Ghani Centre for Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Sungai Buloh Campus, Jalan Hospital, 47000 Sungai Buloh, Selangor

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24191/cos.v7i0.17493

Keywords:

anterior open bite, anchorage, orthodontic mini implant

Abstract

Introduction: Orthodontic treatment even though managed and properly controlled , on some remote occasion may lead to presence of unwanted movement. Anterior open bite is one such example of an iatrogenic outcome. This article describes the management of an iatrogenic anterior open bite case that occurred in active orthodontic treatment in the early stage of leveling and aligning. A few modalities had been employed to manage the open bite through some artistic bends followed by the use of modified low transpalatal arch with extended looped arms with loops as well as orthodontic mini implants for distalisation and some intrusion mechanics. This case report is aimed to share authors’ anecdotal experience on overcoming the open bite.

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Published

2020-09-01

How to Cite

Mohd Ali, N., & Abdul Ghani, S. (2020). Managing Unexpected Iatrogenic Opening of Anterior Bite During Active Orthodontic Treatment: A Case Report. Compendium of Oral Science, 7, 44–51. https://doi.org/10.24191/cos.v7i0.17493

Issue

Vol. 7 (2020): Compendium of Oral Science

Section

Case Report

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