EARLY TREATMENT OF A PRESCHOOL CHILD’S CROSSBITE USING DIRECT DENTAL TRACKS, THREE-YEAR FOLLOW-UP - CLINICAL CASE REPORT
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https://doi.org/10.36557/2674-8169.2026v8n2p1195-1210Palavras-chave:
Crossbite, Direct dental tracks, Dental orthopedicsResumo
Background
The treatment of young children can be difficult even for trained professionals.
The prevalence of malocclusion in this phase of development can vary widely according to the population studied, and more specifically, to their genetic heritage. However, physical stimuli, such as habits, can also lead to a lack of proportionality in the craniofacial skeleton.
Case Report
This paper reports the treatment of C. M. R., a 4-year-old female preschooler, who presented with anterior and posterior crossbites, second molars exhibiting mesial terminal steps, and a negative overject.
This case was treated using Direct Dental Tracks to correct the malocclusion, and the patient was followed for three years.
Final considerations
This treatment was successful in restoring her craniofacial growth and development to the normal individual pattern. The patient is ready to begin the follow-up phase of occlusal development using Planas functional orthopedic appliances until final occlusion is established with the second molars in occlusion.
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