Class III malocclusion with maxillary deficiency, mandibular prognathism and facial asymmetry

Guilherme de Araújo ALMEIDA

This article reports the clinical case of a female patient with history of unsuccessful orthodontic treatment. She presented with Class III malocclusion, mandibular and maxillary constriction, anterior crossbite and facial asymmetry resulting from laterognathism triggered by hyperactivity of the condyle revealed by vertical elongation of the right mandibular ramus. Patient’s treatment consisted of orthodontic mechanics and two orthognathic surgical interventions with satisfactory and stable outcomes. This case was presented to the Brazilian Board of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (BBO), as part of the requirements for obtaining the BBO Diplomate title.

Keywords: Orthodontics. Angle Class III malocclusion. Facial asymmetry.

How to cite: Almeida GA. Class III malocclusion with maxillary deficiency, mandibular prognathism and facial asymmetry. Dental Press J Orthod. 2016 Sept-Oct;21(5):103-13. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/2176-9451.21.5.103-113.bbo

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