Trauma-Induced Unilateral Buccal Nonocclusion

Area of Science:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Orthodontics
• Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

• Buccal nonocclusion represents the most severe form of crossbite, often stemming from congenital or traumatic origins.
• Unilateral presentations of buccal nonocclusion demand heightened surgical attention and specialized management strategies.
• Post-traumatic buccal nonocclusion is generally more amenable to treatment than congenital forms, which necessitate extensive orthodontic preparation and complex orthognathic procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present two distinct cases of trauma-induced unilateral buccal nonocclusion.
• To highlight the management of post-traumatic buccal nonocclusion.
• To emphasize the critical role of specific surgical techniques in correcting this condition.

Main Methods:

• Case study presentation of two patients with trauma-induced unilateral buccal nonocclusion.
• Detailed description of preoperative model surgery for treatment planning.
• Application of posterior segmental surgery for correction.

Main Results:

• Successful correction of trauma-induced unilateral buccal nonocclusion in both presented cases.
• Demonstration of the efficacy of preoperative model surgery and posterior segmental surgery.
• Validation of these techniques for managing complex post-traumatic dental anomalies.

Conclusions:

• Trauma-induced unilateral buccal nonocclusion can be effectively managed using a combination of preoperative model surgery and posterior segmental surgery.
• These surgical approaches are crucial for achieving favorable outcomes in complex cases of buccal nonocclusion.
• The presented cases underscore the importance of tailored surgical planning for post-traumatic maxillofacial deformities.