CATCH THEM YOUNG – WATCH THEM GROW” Management of developing malocclusion in early and late mixed dentition period using versatile 2x4 appliance by K.Sudheer kumar in Journal of Clinical Case Reports Medical Images and Health Sciences
CATCH THEM YOUNG – WATCH THEM GROW” Management of developing malocclusion in early and late mixed dentition period using versatile 2x4 appliance by K.Sudheer kumar in Journal of Clinical Case Reports Medical Images and Health Sciences Abstract The mixed dentition period is considered one of the most ideal ages for undergoing interceptive orthodontic treatment. Children possess a higher perception of dental esthetics. Dental malocclusions were found to affect the self-esteem of the children during this period. American Association of Orthodontics recommends that a child can undergo orthodontic treatment at the early age of 7 years. Certain malocclusions can be corrected during the mixed dentition period which aids in the normal growth of jaws and surrounding structures. This article describes successful management of two cases with angles class 2 division 2 malocclusion treated using 2 x 4 appliance. The 2 x 4 appliance is a partially fixed orthodontic appliance that is used in ch...