Abstract
Patient: The patient was a 29-year-old female who had complaints of chewing disturbance and esthetic problems from odontoparallaxis. Signs of occlusal disharmony by oral examination and failure of masticatory function were observed. Improvement of jaw function and left-right imbalance of occlusal contact through comprehensive treatment, including orthodontic treatment, was observed.
Discussion: In cases of occlusal disharmony, the application of appropriate anterior guidance and occlusal contact is important to restore masticatory function. We consider that oral hygiene management, including plaque control, is more easily performed than improving dental malalignment, and reduces the risk of periodontal disease.
Conclusion: For this case of esthetic disturbance caused by occlusal disharmony with odontoparallaxis, good results were obtained by comprehensive treatment, including orthodontic treatment.
