Abstract
Tooth flaring of the anterior segment is often unesthetic and therefore a primary reason for combined orthodontic and periodontal treatment in adult patients with periodontal disease. Thus, a multidisciplinary approach is frequently chosen for these patients by a qualified dental team. A clinical case of an adult patient suffering from chronic periodontitis with horizontal bone loss in the anterior segment and consequent flaring of the anterior teeth is described. A combined approach was chosen, initially to improve and stabilize the periodontal situation via multiple scaling and root planning sessions with additional pharmacological therapy and, finally by orthodontic treatment, to resolve the malocclusion. At the end of treatment, bone resorbtion was stabilized, the vertical bone defect was improved and incisor flaring was absent. Follow-up at 7 years post-treatment confirmed the stability of the orthodontic and esthetic results. The correct combination of orthodontic and periodontal treatment may contribute efficaciously to eliminate the effects of chronic periodontitis in adult patients, as well as improving esthetic parameters.
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