Orthodontic treatment of deep bite

Authors

  • Beatriz Magali Cruz-Moreno Universidad de Antioquia
  • Camen Elena Muñoz-Gaviria Universidad de Antioquia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17533/udea.rfo.2589

Keywords:

Tooth movement, Malocclusion, Orthodontic extrusion

Abstract

Adequate vertical overbite is an important purpose of the orthodontic treatment, in terms of the achievement of esthetic goals (tooth display) as well as functional, stable and long-lasting occlusal relations. Development of excessive vertical overbite is known as deep bite, and it is usually found in some maxillomandibular discrepancies, as in Angle Class II division 2 malocclusions. Deep bite orthodontic correction or camouflage can be achieved by means of biomechanics of posterior teeth extrusion, anterior teeth intrusion, and/or incisors labialization. Choosing the right mechanics depends on the patient’s specific facial, occlusal and functional characteristics. The purpose of this review is to summarize the aspects associated to the diagnosis and orthodontic treatment of deep bite.

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Author Biographies

Beatriz Magali Cruz-Moreno, Universidad de Antioquia

Dentist. Student of V semester of the Especialización Clínica en Ortodoncia, at Facultad de Odontología Universidad de Antioquia. Medellín, Colombia

Camen Elena Muñoz-Gaviria, Universidad de Antioquia

Dentist. Student of V semester of the Especialización Clínica en Ortodoncia, at Facultad de Odontología Universidad de Antioquia. Medellín, Colombia

Published

2011-12-15

How to Cite

Cruz-Moreno, B. M., & Muñoz-Gaviria, C. E. (2011). Orthodontic treatment of deep bite. Revista Facultad De Odontología Universidad De Antioquia, 23(1), 158–173. https://doi.org/10.17533/udea.rfo.2589