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A Postoperative Evaluation Guideline for Computer-Assisted Reconstruction of the Mandible
Published on: January 28, 2020
French Board of Orthodontics
Paulo Augusto De Sousa Beltrao1
1Rua Marques De Poubal N(o) 72, 2(o) Andar - Sala 22, 2430-247 Marinha Grande, Portugal. paulobeltrao@sapo.pt
Abstract:
A.
Pretreatment Records:
February 2001 (15.11 y).
Diagnosis:
Molar Class I, skeletal Class I, normodivergent, anterior deficiency: -17 mm, bimaxillary protrusion.
Treatment:
Preparation of arches (alignment, levelling, canine retraction). Correction of arches (space closure). Occlusal finishing (artistic bends). B. POSTTREATMENT RECORDS: February 2003 (17.11 y).
Retention:
Maxillary Hawley plate for nighttime use and bonded lingual wire from 33 to 43. C. POSTRETENTION RECORDS: December 2003 (18.9 y).
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