Segmental Orthodontics for the Correction of Cross Bites

Abstract

Cross bite is a condition where one or more teeth may be abnormally malposed buccally or lingually or labially with reference to the opposing tooth or teeth. Cross bite correction is highly recommended as this kind of malocclusion do not diminish with age. Uncorrected cross bite may lead to abnormal wear of lower anteriors and cuspal interference, mandibular shift resulting in mandibular asymmetry and temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome. There are several methods for treating this type of malocclusion. In this article, segmental orthodontics has been highlighted by using 2 × 4 appliance therapy and lingual button with cross elastics. This appliance offers many advantages as it provides complete control of anterior tooth position, is extremely well tolerated, requires no adjustment by the patient and allows accurate and rapid positioning of teeth.

Molar protraction using miniscrews (temporary anchorage device) with simultaneous correction of lateral crossbite: An orthodontic case report

“…For these reasons, early crossbite correction is recommended. [ 1 2 3 4 5 ] Early loss of the central incisors, congenitally missing lateral incisors or second premolars, and buccally or palatally displaced or impacted canines can result in a reduced upper arch space. That leads to the development of crossbite in the maxillary dentition.…”

Anterior Dental Crossbite Correction: An Esthetic Makeover

“…If it occurs due to the palatal malposition of a maxillary tooth with associated labioversion of contacting mandibular teeth, then it is called dental crossbite. 1 Trauma to the primary incisor with a displacement of the permanent tooth bud, supernumerary anterior teeth, odontomas, crowded incisor, and delayed exfoliation of the primary incisors are the common etiological factors for this condition. Several treatments have been applied for the correction of anterior crossbite.…”

Segmental orthodontics: Simplified approach in pediatric Orthodontics

“…1 Early interception either involves full arch or a segment of arch to be treated for malocclusion; and when a segment is used, it is considered as 'Segmental Orthodontics'. 1,2 Segmental Orthodontics is children is advantageous in many ways over full arch orthodontics. It's a simplified approach in pediatric orthodontics as it involves only a segment of few teeth.…”