The Combined Orthodontic and Surgical Treatment of Traumatic Class II division 2 in the Adult

From Volume 31, Issue 2, March 2004 | Pages 83-91

Authors

Sean McDonagh

BDentSc, MSc, FDS(Orth)

Senior Registrar in Orthodontics, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Birmingham Dental Hospital

Articles by Sean McDonagh

John C. Chadwick

BDS, FDS RCS(Edin.), DOrth RCS(Eng.)

Consultant in Orthodontics, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

Articles by John C. Chadwick

Abstract

A mild Class II division 2 incisal relationship is often associated with a pleasing facial profile and aesthetically acceptable arrangement of the teeth. Severe cases, however, have the potential to cause trauma and a number of older patients present with extensive soft and hard tissue damage. Management options may range from simple preventive advice to complicated surgical orthodontics. Detailed assessment of the case is paramount in developing an appropriate treatment plan.

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