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- Advances in orthodontics now allow adult patients with skeletal Class II malocclusion to benefit from non-surgical treatments using temporary anchorage devices (TADs), specifically maxillary molar distalization, instead of relying solely on surgery.
- This case report details the treatment of a 50-year-old female with Class II malocclusion who utilized an infra-zygomatic crest (IZC) bone screw for effective tooth movement without unwanted side effects.
- The use of bone screws enhances anchorage, minimizes reciprocal effects, and lessens the need for patient compliance, ultimately improving both dental alignment and facial aesthetics in adult orthodontic patients.
Article Abstract
Advances in orthodontic treatment, particularly with the use of temporary anchorage devices (TADs), have significantly improved outcomes for adult patients with skeletal Class II malocclusion. Traditionally reliant on orthognathic surgery, these malocclusions can now benefit from non-surgical options like maxillary molar distalization. Bone screws offer superior anchorage compared to conventional methods, enabling precise tooth movement without undesirable side effects. This case report explores the efficacy of TAD-assisted maxillary molar distalization in an adult patient while focusing on a 50-year-old female who sought orthodontic treatment for Class II malocclusion, characterized by deep bite and increased overjet. Treatment involved the use of an infra-zygomatic crest (IZC) bone screw for maxillary molar distalization as a camouflage strategy to achieve optimal dento-skeletal and soft tissue profile improvements. The case also discusses the key considerations and benefits of utilizing bone screws in adult orthodontic treatment, particularly in minimizing reciprocal effects and reducing dependence on patient compliance.
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