Gazalla Altaf¹*, Bhavna Gupta², Neha Sheoran³, Mehak Anand¹ and Yashi Andley¹

¹Pediatric Dentist, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Sudha Rustagi College of Dental Sciences and Research, Faridabad Haryana, India
²Head and Professor, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Sudha Rustagi College of Dental Sciences and Research, Faridabad Haryana, India
³Reader, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Sudha Rustagi College of Dental Sciences and Research, Faridabad Haryana, India

*Corresponding Author: Gazalla Altaf, Pediatric Dentist, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Sudha Rustagi College of Dental Sciences and Research, Faridabad Haryana, India.

Received: May 14, 2024; Published: June 11, 2024

Abstract

Anterior crossbite is a malocclusion that occurs when the upper front teeth bite inside the lower front teeth. The early mixed dentition period is a critical stage in the development of the occlusion and is considered the best time for the correction of anterior crossbite. The present case series describes the treatment of anterior crossbite in three children using three different methods: a removable appliance and fixed appliances. The paper highlights the importance of early intervention in the treatment of anterior crossbite to prevent future complications. This report aims to provide an understanding of the importance of early intervention and the options of treatment available for the correction of anterior crossbite.

Keywords: Crossbite; Hawley's Appliance; Early Orthodontic Intervention; Anterior Sectional Twin Bracket Appliance

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Citation

Citation: Gazalla Altaf., et al. “Early Intervention in the Correction of Anterior Dental Crossbite: A Report of Three Cases using Removable and Fixed Appliances".Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 8.7 (2024): 19-23.

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