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Esthetic correction in open bite.

Swapnil Parlani¹, Seema Patel

¹Department of Prosthodontics, Crown and Bridge & Implantology, People's College of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India. parlaniswap@gmail.com

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Persistent deleterious oral habits can negatively impact facial aesthetics. This article explores an alternative treatment approach for anterior open bites, moving beyond traditional orthodontic or surgical methods.

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Orthodontics
Facial Aesthetics

Background:

Deleterious oral habits can cause persistent dental and facial aesthetic issues.
Anterior open bite is a condition often treated with orthodontics or surgery.
Conventional treatments may not always be suitable or preferred.

Observation:

Persistent oral habits can lead to an anterior open bite.
This malocclusion affects facial appearance and aesthetics.
Standard treatments involve orthodontic interventions and/or surgical procedures.

Findings:

This article presents a novel treatment modality for anterior open bites.
The focus is on an alternative approach distinct from conventional methods.
This exploration aims to broaden treatment options for patients.

Implications:

Exploring alternative treatments can improve patient outcomes.
New modalities may offer less invasive or more effective solutions.
Understanding diverse treatment options enhances clinical practice for anterior open bites.