Arch Craniofac Surg.  2024 Oct;25(5):240-246. 10.7181/acfs.2024.00052.

Improvements of facial profile and smile aesthetic using temporary anchorage devices and botulinum toxin: a case report

Affiliations
  • 1Department of Orthodontics and Pedodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Van Lang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • 2Department of Oral Surgery, Saigon Dental Private Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • 3Department of Prosthodontics, Saigon Dental Private Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Abstract

The severe gummy smile and a skeletal class II profile pose challenges in treatment. This case report outlines an effective alternative for addressing these problems in a patient with skeletal class II division 2, class II molar relationship, retroclination of upper incisors, and lip protrusion. Treatment objectives included normalizing the overjet and overbite, improving the gummy smile, and establishing a satisfactory occlusion. A three-dimensional simulation was performed to consult with the patient, assess possible results, and predict treatment biomechanics. The treatment involved the use of two zygomatic and one inter-radicular temporary anchorage devices, along with botulinum toxin. After the 2-year follow-up, a satisfactory dental occlusion, aesthetic improvement, and adequate function were achieved. This approach offers a viable alternative to orthognathic surgery for adults with skeletal class II malocclusion and a severe gummy smile due to hypermobile lip.

Keyword

Botulinum toxins, type A / Case reports / Esthetics, dental / Malocclusion, angle class II / Orthodontic anchorage procedures / Orthodontics
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