Orthodontic management of a non-syndromic patient with concomitant bimaxillary hypohyperdontia: a case report.

INTRODUCTION: Tooth agenesis is one of the most common dental anomalies; however, the concomitant occurrence of opposite dental numerical variation of hypohyperdontia is extremely rare. OBJECTIVE: To report the successful orthodontic management of a patient with non-syndromic concomitant bilateral agenesis of mandibular canines and two midline inverted supernumerary maxillary teeth. CASE REPORT: 21-year-old female patient with a chief complaint of protrusive right maxillary central incisor. The patient was diagnosed with a mild Class II skeletal base, Angle Class III molar relationship and increased overjet associated with hypohyperdontia. Anterior open bite accompanied with tongue-thrusting habit were also observed. Two temporary anchorage devices (TADs) were implanted at the buccal side of the maxillary molar region to control vertical height. Anterior teeth retraction was done after extraction of the maxillary first premolars, to improve the excessive overjet. The treatment mechanics involved lingual brackets system for the maxillary arch and transpalatal arch for anchorage control. RESULTS: The total active treatment period was 35 months. Acceptable occlusion with increased bite force and contact area as well as functional excursion were established without interference, following complex orthodontic treatment with premolar substitution. The resultant occlusion and a satisfactory facial profile were maintained after 29 months of retention. CONCLUSION: The present case report provides implications regarding the orthodontic treatment of hypohyperdontia-associated substitution for missing teeth as an effective option for improving aesthetic and functional aspects.

Orthodontic management of a non-syndromic patient with concomitant bimaxillary hypohyperdontia: a case report

ABSTRACT Introduction: Tooth agenesis is one of the most common dental anomalies; however, the concomitant occurrence of opposite dental numerical variation of hypohyperdontia is extremely rare. Objective: To report the successful orthodontic management of a patient with non-syndromic concomitant bilateral agenesis of mandibular canines and two midline inverted supernumerary maxillary teeth. Case report: 21-year-old female patient with a chief complaint of protrusive right maxillary central incisor. The patient was diagnosed with a mild Class II skeletal base, Angle Class III molar relationship and increased overjet associated with hypohyperdontia. Anterior open bite accompanied with tongue-thrusting habit were also observed. Two temporary anchorage devices (TADs) were implanted at the buccal side of the maxillary molar region to control vertical height. Anterior teeth retraction was done after extraction of the maxillary first premolars, to improve the excessive overjet. The treatment mechanics involved lingual brackets system for the maxillary arch and transpalatal arch for anchorage control. Results: The total active treatment period was 35 months. Acceptable occlusion with increased bite force and contact area as well as functional excursion were established without interference, following complex orthodontic treatment with premolar substitution. The resultant occlusion and a satisfactory facial profile were maintained after 29 months of retention. Conclusion: The present case report provides implications regarding the orthodontic treatment of hypohyperdontia-associated substitution for missing teeth as an effective option for improving aesthetic and functional aspects.

RESUMO Introdução: A agenesia é uma das anomalias dentárias mais comuns; porém, a ocorrência concomitante de variações numéricas do tipo hipo-hiperdontia em ambas as arcadas é extremamente rara. Objetivo: Descrever o tratamento ortodôntico bem-sucedido de uma paciente não sindrômica que apresentava agenesia bilateral dos caninos inferiores e dois dentes supranumerários na região de linha média superior. Descrição: Paciente do sexo feminino com 21 anos de idade, apresentando queixa principal de protrusão dos incisivos centrais superiores. Foi diagnosticada com leve Classe II esquelética, relação de molares em Classe III de Angle, sobressaliência aumentada e hipo-hiperdontia. Além disso, a paciente apresentava mordida aberta anterior associada ao hábito de interposição lingual. Dois dispositivos de ancoragem temporária (DATs) foram instalados por vestibular na região dos molares superiores, para controle vertical. A retração dos dentes anteriores foi feita após a extração dos primeiros pré-molares superiores, para reduzir a sobressaliência acentuada. A mecânica adotada envolveu o uso de braquetes linguais na arcada superior e barra transpalatina para controle da ancoragem. Resultados: Após 35 meses de fase ativa desse tratamento complexo, com substituição dos pré-molares, obteve-se oclusão aceitável, com aumento da força oclusal e da área de contatos oclusais, bem como movimentos excursivos funcionais bem estabelecidos e sem interferências. Após 29 meses de contenção, verificou-se estabilidade da oclusão e do perfil facial. Conclusão: Esse relato de caso clínico mostra que o tratamento ortodôntico com substituição de dentes ausentes associados à hipo-hiperdontia é uma opção efetiva para a melhora dos aspectos estéticos e funcionais.

The different effects of intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy (IVRO) and sagittal split ramus osteotomy (SSRO) on mandibular border movement.

OBJECTIVES: This study investigated the different effects of intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy (IVRO) and sagittal split ramus osteotomy (SSRO) on mandibular border movement. METHODS: The participants included 22 patients receiving IVRO and 22 patients receiving SSRO who were treated at Okayama University Hospital. Their mandibular border movement was evaluated in three dimensions with 6° of freedom using an optical recording system. RESULTS: A strong correlation between condylar and lower incisor movement was observed during maximum jaw protrusion and laterotrusion. Significant improvements in condylar and lower incisor movement were detected after orthognathic surgery during maximum jaw protrusion and laterotrusion in the IVRO group and during maximum jaw protrusion in the SSRO group. DISCUSSION: IVRO likely achieves greater improvement in jaw movement than SSRO. Therefore, the application of IVRO could be considered in the treatment of patients with jaw deformities featuring temporomandibular joint problems.

A Single-center, Open-label, Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of the Indirect Bonding Technique.

Although accurate bracket placement is essential for orthodontic treatment, many practitioners apply brackets indiscriminately with direct or indirect bonding techniques. Nonetheless, there have been few prospective clinical comparisons of the 2 techniques. We will therefore conduct a single-center, randomized control trial in 100 patients aged 12 years and diagnosed with malocclusion. All patients will receive orthodontic treatment using brackets with direct or indirect bonding techniques. The primary endpoints will be the total treatment time, occlusal index, discomfort at bonding, and oral hygiene after bonding. This study will clarify whether indirect bonding can improve the efficiency of orthodontic treatment.