Conservative management of anterior spacing and deep bite: a case report.
This case report demonstrates correction of a maxillary anterior diastema in a Class I, deep bite dentition by using an intrusion utility archwire. With proper case selection, this approach permits a conservative resolution to a common esthetic complaint. Critical treatment criteria, including diagnostic considerations, appliance mechanics, and retention, are discussed.
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University of Iowa, College of Dentistry, Iowa City 52242.
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D000328:Adult; D003970:Diastema / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008311:Malocclusion, Angle Class I / Q000628:therapy*; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances; D009971:Orthodontics, Corrective / Q000379:methods*