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Deep bite: a case report with chewing pattern and electromyographic activity before and after therapy with function

M G Piancino¹, T Vallelonga, C Debernardi

¹Orthodontic Division Dental School Dept. Surgical Sciences University of Turin-Italy. mariagrazia.piancino@unito.it

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Deep bite malocclusion treatment with a functional appliance improved chewing function. Electromyographic activity decreased, and chewing cycles became more efficient after correcting the bite.

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Area of Science:

Orthodontics
Biomechanical Engineering
Neuromuscular Dentistry

Background:

Deep bite malocclusion can significantly impair masticatory function.
Evaluating the impact of orthodontic interventions on masticatory patterns is crucial for comprehensive treatment planning.

Observation:

A case report details the treatment of an 11-year-old boy with a 5 mm deep bite using the Function Generating Bite for Deep bite correction (FGB-D) appliance.
Masticatory movements and electromyographic (EMG) activity of masseter and anterior temporalis muscles were recorded before and 10 months after treatment.

Findings:

Post-treatment, a significant reduction in EMG activity was observed in both the masseter and anterior temporalis muscles.
The height and width of chewing cycles in the frontal plane increased, indicating improved mandibular range of motion.

Implications:

The FGB-D appliance effectively corrects deep bite malocclusion and enhances masticatory function.
Orthodontic treatment should encompass functional outcomes, particularly addressing muscular and skeletal effects in malocclusion cases.