ALGORITHM FOR TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH MESIAL OCCLUSION USING PROPRIETARY ORTHODONTIC DEVICE.

Area of Science:

• Orthodontics
• Dentofacial Orthopedics
• Pediatric Dentistry

Background:

• Early intervention for dentoalveolar disorders is crucial in orthodontic treatment.
• Class III sagittal anomalies require effective management during the transitional bite period.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a treatment algorithm for sagittal anomalies, specifically Class III, during the transitional bite period.
• To introduce an innovative orthodontic appliance with a movable ramp for early treatment.

Main Methods:

• Developed a comprehensive treatment algorithm including motivation, etiological factor analysis, diagnosis, active treatment, and retention.
• Utilized anthropometric measurements of dental models (Nance, Huckaba, Mirgasizov methods) and lateral cephalograms (Sassouni Plus method).
• Designed an individual orthodontic appliance with a plastic base, vestibular arc, retaining clasps, and a movable ramp with torsion springs.

Main Results:

• Demonstrated effectiveness through a case study of a 6-year-old patient.
• Observed positive morphological, functional, and aesthetic changes post-treatment.
• Confirmed that the movable ramp appliance enables early treatment, enhances effectiveness, and minimizes complications.

Conclusions:

• Stage-by-stage treatment using the proposed appliance is expedient and yields positive results.
• Individualized prognosis and treatment planning are essential for achieving stable orthodontic outcomes.
• Early initiation of orthodontic treatment with specialized appliances improves results and reduces complications.