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[Are you afraid of open bite?]
O Yitschaky1, M Yitschaky, M Friedman
1Dept. of Orthodontics, The Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Dental Medicine, Jerusalem, Israel.
Refu'At Ha-Peh Veha-Shinayim (1993)
|September 24, 2011
Summary
Successfully treating open bite malocclusion requires accurate diagnosis and patient cooperation. Combining orthodontic treatment with orofacial myofunctional therapy may improve outcomes, but long-term stability of new methods is still under investigation.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Context:
- Open bite malocclusion presents significant challenges in orthodontic treatment.
- Successful management necessitates thorough evaluation, precise diagnosis, and a tailored treatment plan.
- Patient compliance is a critical factor throughout the treatment process.
Purpose:
- To outline the complexities and current treatment strategies for open bite malocclusion.
- To emphasize the importance of diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient cooperation.
- To explore various treatment modalities, including conservative and surgical options, and their potential for relapse.
Summary:
- Treatment options range from observation and orofacial myofunctional therapy to orthosurgical correction.
- Patient education regarding the tendency for relapse and bite reopening is crucial before commencing treatment.
- Integrating orofacial myofunctional therapy with orthodontic treatment is highly recommended for indicated cases.
- Emerging treatments utilizing skeletal anchorage for posterior tooth intrusion show promise, but their long-term stability for open bite correction remains uncertain.
Impact:
- Highlights the multidisciplinary approach required for effective open bite malocclusion management.
- Underscores the need for patient education and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Identifies areas for future research, particularly concerning the stability of novel treatment modalities like skeletal anchorage.
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