J Korean Acad Prosthodont.  2022 Apr;60(2):175-186. 10.4047/jkap.2022.60.2.175.

Rehabilitation of posterior support and vertical dimension in a class 3 malocclusion patient: A case report

• Oh JH
• Pyo SW
• Chang JS
• Kim S

• KMID: 2529451
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4047/jkap.2022.60.2.175

Abstract

A crossed occlusion resulting from the presence of posterior teeth in one arch but no opposing teeth in the opposite arch results in collapse of the vertical dimension. In this case, the patient has a class III malocclusion with crossed occlusion and anterior crossbite. In order to evaluate the proper vertical dimension, provisional denture was used to stabilize the vertical occlusal dimension for 3 months. After, provisional fixed restoration was used for the stabilizing occlusal relationship and aesthetic improvement for lip support. Definitive prosthesis in implants in the mandible and abutments in the maxillary were using Porcelain-fused-to-metal crown (PFM) crown and the maxillary unilateral edentulous area was treated with removable partial dentures. Through this, proper support of the posterior region and normal anterior occlusal relationship were formed, and the patient was able to obtain aesthetically and functionally satisfactory treatment results.

Keyword

Class III malocclusion; Crossbite; Crossed occlusion; Implant; Oral rehabilitation; Removable partial denture