Author/Authors :
Sodagar، Ahmad نويسنده Dental Research Center, Dentistry Research Institute , Department of Orthodontics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran , , Emadian Razavi، Elham Sadat نويسنده Department of Orthodontics, Dental Faculty, Arak
University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran , , Farhadifard، Homa نويسنده Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran ,
Abstract :
Introduction A bilateral scissors-bite is an uncommon malocclusion
and its treatment is difficult. At younger age, it can be treated
non-surgically. Case Presentation This case report describes successful
treatment of a class II division 2 malocclusion with bilateral
scissors-bite by fixed appliance. Treatment was completed with the aid
of a modified lingual arch, constricted transpalatal arch and repeated
arch coordinations. Conclusions After treatment, the patient had normal
overjet, normal overbite and functional occlusion. Scissors-bite was
eliminated. The patient will refer for advancement genioplasty at the
proper age for more facial harmony.
