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Unilateral Brodie bite treated with distraction osteogenesis.
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Summary
Mandibular widening using distraction osteogenesis effectively corrects Brodie bites (crossbites). This technique successfully treated a 12-year-old girl with unilateral buccal crossbite, offering a stable solution.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- Mandibular widening via distraction osteogenesis is a predictable and stable procedure.
- Brodie bite, also known as scissors or buccal crossbite, is a key indication for mandibular widening.
- Unilateral crossbites present unique challenges in orthodontic correction.
Observation:
- A 12-year-old female patient presented with a true unilateral buccal crossbite without a functional shift.
- The case report details a novel treatment approach for this specific condition.
- The treatment involved a combination of a distractor, splint, and elastics.
Findings:
- Distraction osteogenesis successfully treated the unilateral buccal crossbite in the patient.
- The described technique utilized a distractor, splint, and elastics for correction.
- This specific application of distraction osteogenesis for unilateral Brodie bite has not been previously documented.
Implications:
- This technique offers a viable and effective solution for unilateral mandibular asymmetry and crossbite.
- The predictability and stability of distraction osteogenesis are highlighted in this case.
- Further research into this technique may refine treatment protocols for similar orthodontic issues.