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Early orthopedic treatment for Class III skeletal pattern
1Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey.
ASDC Journal of Dentistry for Children
|July 21, 1998
Summary
Early treatment with a functional regulator appliance (FR-3) corrected skeletal imbalances in an eight-year-old female with Class III malocclusion. Six years post-retention, she maintained a balanced profile and stable occlusion.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Pediatric Dentistry
Background:
- Class III malocclusion is characterized by mandibular prognathism or maxillary deficiency.
- Brachyfacial growth patterns often present challenges in orthodontic treatment planning.
Observation:
- An eight-year-old female presented with Class III malocclusion, specifically maxillary retrusion, and a brachyfacial growth pattern.
- Treatment was initiated early using a functional regulator appliance (FR-3).
Findings:
- The early intervention successfully corrected the developing skeletal imbalances.
- Post-retention evaluation at six years demonstrated a balanced facial profile.
- Stable functional occlusion was achieved and maintained.
Implications:
- Early orthodontic intervention can effectively manage Class III malocclusion in growing patients.
- Functional regulator appliances are a viable treatment option for correcting maxillary retrusion and skeletal disharmonies.
- Long-term stability of orthodontic treatment outcomes is achievable with timely management.