A Novel Treatment Modality Using Miniplates for Skeletal Class II Malocclusion with Anterior Open Bite: A Case Report
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Aims and background: Skeletal class II malocclusion is a challenge to treat when the patient presents in the adolescent stage of growth with a vertical growth pattern along with an anterior open bite (AOB). The usage of traditional myofunctional modalities in such conditions has not provided favorable outcomes. Case description: An 11.5-year-old male patient reported with a chief complaint of spacing between the upper and lower teeth. A detailed examination was done, following which the patient was diagnosed with skeletal class II malocclusion with an AOB. We present a unique case of combining twin block therapy with miniplates for treating the aforementioned diagnosis. Conclusion: The treatment modality resulted in an esthetic profile along with correction of the open bite. Clinical significance: This novel treatment modality could be an effective approach in treating skeletal class II malocclusion in conjunction with an AOB and a hyperdivergent facial growth pattern. How to cite this article: . A Novel Treatment Modality Using Miniplates for Skeletal Class II Malocclusion with Anterior Open Bite: A Case Report. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2025;18(8):1014-1017.
Authors: Rajmohan Shetty, Vabitha Shetty, Isha Gore, Trupti B Bhosale
Institution: Nitte University
Language: English
Subfield: Orthodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414034923