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N. Mustapha, A. Ashari

2021.6.24Archives of Orofacial Science

DOI: 10.21315/aos2021.16.1.8

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Two cases of anterior crossbite with a functional shift that were successfully corrected using a simplified fixed technique, which involved a short-span nickel-titanium (Ni-Ti) aligning round archwire, composite resin and glass ionomer cement (GIC) are illustrated.

Abstract

Anterior crossbites would normally require early intervention, especially when associated with mandibular displacements. The intervention would usually commence in children around the age of eight and nine, where treatment could be a challenge at this age. Therefore, a simple and quick treatment to this malocclusion would be desirable. This case series illustrates two cases of anterior crossbite with a functional shift that were successfully corrected using a simplified fixed technique, which involved a short-span nickel-titanium (Ni-Ti) aligning round archwire, composite resin and glass ionomer cement (GIC).

Citation format

MUSTAPHA, N.; ASHARI, A. Simplified fixed technique for correction of anterior crossbite: A case series. Archives of Orofacial Science, 2021.