Craniomaxillofacial deformities/sleep disorders/cosmetic surgeryInterdisciplinary Management of a Class III Anterior Open Bite Malocclusion in a Patient With Cerebral Palsy
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Diagnosis
A 20-year-old man presented to the orthodontic department with his parents with the complaint of having difficulty chewing and the desire to “correct the open bite.” The patient was wheelchair dependent and had spastic diplegia CP. The medical history also disclosed penicillin allergy and a seizure disorder, which was controlled with phenobarbital. A seizure episode had not occurred for many years. The patient had clear and appropriate communication skills and was very motivated to receive
Discussion
Esthetic improvement is the primary motivation of patients seeking orthodontic treatment.24 Patients with handicaps often have low social competency and confidence1 and might be especially motivated to receive orthodontic care. However, medical and behavioral challenges in patients with developmental disorders prevent many orthodontists from offering the necessary treatment.19 In addition, the presence of severe dentofacial disharmony in patients with CP might occasionally necessitate combined
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