Etiological aspects of anterior open bite

[Etiological aspects of anterior open bite and its implications to the oral functions].

BACKGROUND Open bite is a complex anomaly that has a difficult treatment. Frequently, unsatisfactory results and relapse of orthodontic treatment are observed. AIM To associate orofacial malfunction and deleterious oral habits to anterior open bite. To congregate evidences for the better understanding of the etiology and of the development of anterior open bite and its potential association t...

Aspectos etiológicos da mordida aberta anterior e suas implicações nas funções orofaciais*** Etiological aspects of anterior open bite and its implications to the oral functions

Background: open bite is a complex anomaly that has a difficult treatment. Frequently, unsatisfactory results and relapse of orthodontic treatment are observed. Aim: to associate orofacial malfunction and deleterious oral habits to anterior open bite. To congregate evidences for the better understanding of the etiology and of the development of anterior open bite and its potential association t...

Orthodontic treatment of anterior open bite.

OBJECTIVE To review the currently available treatment options of anterior open bite. METHODS Search all major dental journals and literature on treatment and management of anterior open bite. Medline search (1960-2006). Literature and data on treatment and management of anterior open bite with keywords 'open bite', 'anterior open bite', 'orthodontic treatment', 'long face', 'vertical dentoalv...

Treatment of Skeletal Anterior Open Bite Using Absolute Anchorage: A Case Report and Review

 Background and purpose: Skeletal anchorage is a new aid for the correction of moderate anterior open bite. This study aimed at treating moderate anterior open bite using posterior intrusion via mini implants. In addition, a review of studies carried out on open bite correction using absolute anchorage was performed. Materials and methods: The following keywords were used: open bite, camouflag...

[Anterior open bite and respiratory function].