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  • Title: Camouflage of a high-angle skeletal Class II open-bite malocclusion in an adult after mini-implant failure during treatment.
    Author: Franzotti Sant'Anna E, Carneiro da Cunha A, Paludo Brunetto D, Franzotti Sant'Anna C.
    Journal: Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop; 2017 Mar; 151(3):583-597. PubMed ID: 28257743.
    Abstract:
    The treatment of skeletal anterior open-bite malocclusion requires complex orthodontic planning that considers its multifactorial etiology, treatment limitations, and high relapse rates. This case report illustrates a successful treatment approach for a skeletal high-angle Class II malocclusion in an adult with a severe open bite. The treatment consisted of a high-pull headgear therapy after mini-implants failure during fixed orthodontic therapy. Adequate esthetics and function were achieved. Despite its low probability, the unexpected event of mini-implant loosening during complex treatments should be considered. Therefore, classic orthodontic mechanics should be established, especially when treating patients for whom invasive procedures such as miniplates or orthognathic surgery are not available options.
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