A case report on growth modification using facemask therapy in the management of class III malocclusion in a young patient Case Report
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Background: In a growing patient, orthopaedic treatment of skeletal Class III malocclusion is critical because it can prevent future orthodontic and surgical procedures. Graber’s stated that early treatment by growth modification during the eruption of incisors or before the maxillary incisors become locked behind the mandibular counterparts is more advantageous.
Case Description: This case report describes the treatment of a child aged 10 years with skeletal Class III malocclusion. The treatment plan was carried out with the use of a facemask and the results were highly satisfactory resulting in improved facial esthetics, a skeletal Class I with a Dental Class I molar, and canine relationship, an ideal overjet and overbite.
Conclusion: Thus, growth modification, if done in properly selected cases, alleviates the need for future orthodontic and surgical intervention. The patient is being monitored until the end of growth to ensure the stability of treatment results.
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