Orthodontic Camouflage Treatment of a Class II Malocclusion - A Case Report.
Dental News Volume XVIII, Number II, June, 2011 by Dr. Saud A. Al-Anezi and Dr. Manar M. Al-Nouri Introduction Class II division 1 malocclusion is described as the incisal edges of the lower incisors occlude posterior to the cingulum plateau of the upper incisors and the upper central incisors are proclined 1 . The prevalence of this malocclusion varies amongst different populations but it is reported to be 20% in the UK 2 . There are a number of features commonly associated with Class II malocclusion including the Class II skeletal pattern and dentoalveolar compensation may mask the severity of the malocclusion but the profile may still be unfavourable. Deep overbite and increased overjet are commonly seen in this malocclusion. Soft tissues can exert an influence on the position and inclination of the incisors. A lower lip trap may procline the upper incisors further and lip incompetence can have an effect on the inclination of the incisors ...