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- Title
Correction of the occlusal and functional sequelae of mandibular condyle fractures using orthodontic mini-implant molar intrusion.
- Authors
Cousley, Richard R J; Gibbons, Andrew J
- Abstract
We report on the non-surgical management of an adult female whose bilateral mandibular condylar fractures had resulted in a clockwise (posterior) mandibular rotation, limitation of mandibular movements and increased occlusal loading on the molar teeth. She refused maxillary surgery and was treated with a minimally-invasive approach, involving orthodontic fixed appliances and mini-implant intrusion of the maxillary molar teeth. This provided both occlusal and functional improvements. Including a significant increase in the inter-incisal distance, which were stable after one year of retention.
- Subjects
MANDIBULAR condyle; DENTAL implants; MOLARS; CORRECTIVE orthodontics; PIT &; fissure sealants (Dentistry)
- Publication
Journal of Orthodontics, 2014, Vol 41, Issue 3, p245
- ISSN
1465-3125
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1179/1465313313Y.0000000094