An interdisciplinary approach to orthodontic treatment of a mutilated Class III malocclusion with mini-implants, dental implants, and an autotransplant
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry
Abstract
This case report demonstrates the interdisciplinary treatment of a 24-year-old female. Her skeletal discrepancy, anterior crossbite, mutilated dentition, and midline deviation made it challenging to achieve satisfactory treatment results, especially without major orthognathic surgery. This article thoroughly discusses the decision-making process associated with various treatment alternatives, the biomechanical considerations with temporary skeletal anchorage devices, and the detailed operational process of dental implant restoration and autotransplantation. Clinical Significance: Orthodontic treatment aims to obtain better facial and dental esthetics, achieve functional occlusion, and improve oral health. Treatment of patients with a mutilated dentition requires interdisciplinary teamwork from a group of professionals with various types of expertise. Orthodontists should be the navigator that generates the tooth movement and space redistribution, thus facilitating the subsequent functional rehabilitation under a well-organized occlusal architecture. Autotransplantation offers an economical and biologically-friendly opportunity to replace a missing tooth.
First Page
281
Last Page
296
DOI
10.1111/jerd.12819
Publication Date
1-1-2022
Recommended Citation
Liaw, Johnny Joung Lin; Park, Jae Hyun; Chang, Chia Chuan; Wang, Shin Huei; and Tsai, Betty Meng Yun, "An interdisciplinary approach to orthodontic treatment of a mutilated Class III malocclusion with mini-implants, dental implants, and an autotransplant" (2022). ASDOH Faculty Publications. 286.
https://scholarworks.atsu.edu/asdoh-faculty/286