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  Severe Malocclusion Treatment: Orthodontic or Surgical Approach?

  Posted by mike on September 15, 2024 at 3:49 pm

  • Case: A 23-year-old patient with a severe Class III malocclusion (underbite) is considering corrective treatment. The options discussed include long-term orthodontic treatment versus orthognathic surgery for skeletal correction. The patient is concerned about aesthetics and treatment duration.
  • Discussion Points:
    • Comparing the risks and benefits of orthodontic vs. surgical approaches in severe malocclusions.
    • Psychological considerations for young adults in choosing long-term or invasive treatments.
    • Post-treatment relapse: how to prevent malocclusion from recurring.
    • Innovations in orthodontics that could reduce treatment times for complex cases.
  • Why It’s Popular: With advancements in both orthodontic techniques and jaw surgery, professionals frequently debate which approach is best for specific malocclusion cases. The patient’s aesthetic concerns often make this a hot topic.

  mike replied 2 months, 4 weeks ago 1 Member · 0 Replies

  • Aesthetic Dentistry
  • Braces Vs Surgery
  • Class III Correction
  • Jaw Surgery
  • Malocclusion
  • orthodontics
  • Orthognathic Surgery
  • patient care
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Skeletal Discrepancy
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