Molar extractions with genioplasty in camouflage treatment of severe Class II skeletal malocclusion - A clinical experience
Abstract
A 17-year-old male patient reported with a chief complaint of forwardly placed upper and lower front teeth.Examination revealed Angle's Class I Dental Malocclusion with bimaxillary protrusion, mild crowding in the lower anteriors, incomplete anterior overbite and extensively restored 16, 36, 37, 46, 47 on a Class II skeletal base.The objective of any orthodontic treatment is to enhance the facial aesthetics and masticatory function.This case report emphasises the rationale for extracting first permanent molars and genioplasty in a patient with severe class II skeletal malocclusion and a vertical growth pattern.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Facial Rejuvenation and Surgery Techniques
Cleft Lip and Palate Research
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Contemporary Orthodontics
- Publisher
- IP Innovative Publication Pvt Ltd
- Volume
- 10
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 116–118
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026