Open bite is one of the most difficult malocclusions for orthodontists, because this pathological condition reflects the involvement of multiple factors, including dental, skeletal, functional, habitual, neurogenic, and traumatic factors. For proper diagnosis and treatment, it is essential to perform the right examination and assessments, including determining the causal factors, and planning an appropriate treatment that fully takes into account orthodontic mechanics. We developed a treatment plan that pays careful attention to tooth extrusion and mesial movement in both the upper and lower molar regions, performs sufficient vertical and anchorage control, provides sufficient torque control of the anterior teeth.
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