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A Minimally Invasive Lesion Technique for Muscles Intrinsic to the Odontophore of Aplysia californica

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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

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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.

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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.