2023 Volume 15 Issue 4 Pages 515-518
Patient: The patient was a 25-year-old female who complained of esthetic problems and masticatory disturbance due to a fixed partial denture in the left mandibular molar. She also complained of pain and clicking in the right temporomandibular joint. The left second molar showed scissors bite. After applying a stabilization appliance and orthodontic treatment, a final fixed prosthesis in the left mandible was applied.
Discussion: In the present case, a stabilization appliance was first applied. Then minor tooth movement improved the scissors bite, which resulted in recovery of the occlusion and a favorable prognosis.
Conclusion: Improvement of occlusal support effectively maintained good long-term stomatognathic function.
