Direct Anterior Tracks: Early and Functional Management of Class III Malocclusions—Case Report and Literature Review

Abstract

The prevalence of class III malocclusion ranged from 0 to 26% in different populations. Many types of treatments have been described in dental literature. The results of early treatment have been positive. The purpose of this report is to describe the case of a four-year-old patient with class III malocclusion who received an innovative treatment using direct anterior tracks. This therapy efficiently obtained immediate improvement of profile and occlusal relationships.

Simple Orthodontic Correction of Rotated Malpositioned Teeth Using Sectional Wire and 2×4 Orthodontic Appliances in Mixed-Dentition: A Report of Two Cases

“…Common problems encountered are issues related to loss of space due to migration of adjacent teeth into the available space [11]; traumatic bite on opposing teeth that lead to gum recession and mobility of teeth [12]; and attrition of enamel surface of the opposing teeth in contact [7]. Complications such deviation of the jaw and temporomandibular joint problems are common if premature contact on occluding teeth found [13]. Other issues include difficulty in maintaining oral hygiene such as brushing and flossing around the misaligned teeth that give rise to caries and gingivae problems [14].…”

Intervención temprana de la mordida cruzada por la pista directa de Planas: relato de siete años de seguimiento

“…En el presente estudio se verificó que hubo equilibrio y armonía oclusal después de 29 días de tratamiento, lo que confirma la efectividad de la técnica explicada por Planas. Varios artículos informaron la eficacia de la rno y pista directa en la corrección de la mordida cruzada funcional, además de las ventajas de la técnica, la estabilidad y la armonía oclusal de los casos finalizados (6,8,(21)(22)(23)(24)(25)(26)(27)(28)(29)(30). La elección de esta mecánica ortopédica se vuelve atractiva, debido a su confección en una sola sesión clínica, a la posibilidad de que la ejecute el profesional especialista o el médico general y a que es una alternativa de tratamiento accesible tanto en la atención odontológica privada como en el contexto de la salud pública.…”