This study describes the orthodontic treatment of a woman with Angle Class II, division 2 malocclusion, impacted maxillary third molars, periodontal pocket, gingival recession and tooth wear. Treatment consisted of extraction of maxillary second premolars and anchorage control. This case was presented to the Committee of the Brazilian Board of Orthodontics and Facial Orthopedics (BBO) in the Free Case category as part of the requisites to obtain the BBO Diploma.
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