Abstract
This case report describes the successful treatment of an adult patient with skeletal Class II open-bite malocclusion secondary to idiopathic condylar resorption. Total alloplastic joint reconstruction and counterclockwise rotation of the maxillomandibular complex combined with orthodontic treatment provided a satisfying outcome with maximum functional and esthetic improvement.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 404-417 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics |
Volume | 140 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 Sept |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Orthodontics