Abstract
ABSTRACT Treatment of skeletal class III malocclusions is a challenging one for orthodontists. In non-growing adults, this becomes even more difficult to treat due to the limited treatment options available. The ideal treatment for adults with Class III malocclusion is often orthognathic surgery. However, the only way to camouflage the skeletal Class III condition in patients who decline surgery is through dentoalveolar compensations. This case report presents the case of a 64-year-old man with a class III skeletal base treated with non-surgical orthodontic camouflage treatment. The patient presented with periodontal problems, and orthodontic treatment placed the teeth in a more stable occlusal position to prevent further breakdown. In this particular case, the functional demands outweigh the esthetic demands, and hence orthodontic treatment was aimed at fulfilling these demands. Keywords: Adult orthodontics, Mini-implant, Occlusal rehabilitation, Orthodontic camouflage, Skeletal class III malocclusion.
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