Non‐surgical interdisciplinary management for an adult patient with a Class III malocclusion

Abstract

Non-surgical camouflage orthodontic treatment can be effective for the management of carefully selected patients with mild to moderate Class III malocclusion. This case report demonstrates how a synergistic combination of camouflage orthodontic treatment and appropriate adjunctive restorative procedures provided a pleasing treatment outcome for a patient with a significant skeletal Class III malocclusion and diminutive maxillary lateral incisors.

Interdisciplinary management of an adult patient with significant tooth wear

“…When the sizes of all teeth and the maxillo‐mandibular base relationship are compatible, a Class I occlusion with complete interdigitation should be the objective of ideal treatment 30 . For patients who require a further restorative treatment, it might be advantageous to orthodontically position teeth to facilitate such treatment 31 . In cases where teeth have irregular morphology, are absent or demonstrate evidence of significant wear, the restorative clinician should provide input regarding how the orthodontic plan can facilitate the aesthetics, function and prognosis of the planned restorations, along with the overall occlusal scheme.…”

“…30 For patients who require a further restorative treatment, it might be advantageous to orthodontically position teeth to facilitate such treatment. 31 In cases where teeth have irregular morphology, are absent or demonstrate evidence of significant wear, the restorative clinician should provide input regarding how the orthodontic plan can facilitate the aesthetics, function and prognosis of the planned restorations, along with the overall occlusal scheme. This case report documents the benefits of interdisciplinary consultation and combined management.…”