Correction of the occlusal and functional sequelae of mandibular condyle fractures using orthodontic mini-implant molar intrusion

• Autores: Richard R J Cousley, Andrew J Gibbons
• Localización: Journal of orthodontics, ISSN-e 0301-228X, ISSN 1465-3125, Nº. 3, 2014, págs. 245-253
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • We report on the non-surgical management of an adult female whose bilateral mandibular condylar fractures had resulted in a clockwise (posterior) mandibular rotation, limitation of mandibular movements and increased occlusal loading on the molar teeth. She refused maxillary surgery and was treated with a minimally-invasive approach, involving orthodontic fixed appliances and mini-implant intrusion of the maxillary molar teeth. This provided both occlusal and functional improvements, including a significant increase in the inter-incisal distance, which were stable after one year of retention.