| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3117663 | American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics | 2010 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Occlusal-plane canting is a challenging problem for orthodontists because it cannot be solved easily without surgical intervention. Normally, a LeFort I osteotomy and concomitant mandibular surgery is used to correct the problem, even in patients with mild facial asymmetry but with noticeable occlusal-plane canting. Skeletal anchorage can be used in patients with occlusal canting to reduce the need for orthognathic surgery. The purpose of this article was to introduce a biomechanical system—rhythmic wire— to correct occlusal-plane canting. The records of 2 patients treated with this system are shown.
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Authors
Yoon-Goo Kang, Jong-Hyun Nam, Young-Guk Park,