Shroff B, Yoon W M, Lindauer S J, Burstone C J
Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Dental School, University of Maryland 21201-1586, USA.
Angle Orthod. 1997;67(6):455-61; discussion 462. doi: 10.1043/0003-3219(1997)067<0455:SIARUA>2.3.CO;2.
Flared incisors and deep overbite are challenging to treat orthodontically. This paper describes the use of a three-piece base arch and Class I elastics to correct deep overbite while simultaneously closing spaces. An analysis of the biomechanics and a discussion of the appliance design are presented to help understand how the incisor axial inclination can be corrected and controlled during orthodontic therapy. A clinical example illustrates the treatment sequence.
