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ArticleWorld journal of clinical cases2025

Treatment of class II malocclusion and ectopic maxillary canines: A case report.

Dur Alomair, Marwa R Halawani, Shahad Alsubaye, Abdulaziz A Almajed

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Dur AlomairDepartment of Preventive Dental Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
Marwa R HalawaniDepartment of Preventive Dental Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia. mrhalawani@pnu.edu.sa.
Shahad AlsubayeDepartment of Orthodontics, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11564, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulaziz A AlmajedDepartment of Orthodontics, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh 11159, Saudi Arabia.

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Abstract

backgroundThis case report presents an innovative approach to managing a complex class II division 1 malocclusion with ectopic maxillary canines using a modified twin block (TB) appliance. The modification facilitated simultaneous skeletal correction and canine eruption, reducing treatment time and improving patient satisfaction. CASE SUMMARY: A 14-year-old male presented with concerns about a retruded chin and spacing between teeth. Clinical and radiographic evaluation revealed a class II division 1 malocclusion on a moderate class II skeletal base, with palatally impacted maxillary canines. Treatment involved a modified Clark TB appliance designed with hooks to allow active traction of the canines, followed by comprehensive fixed orthodontics. Over 18 months, the patient achieved improved occlusion, corrected overjet and overbite, successful eruption of the impacted canines, and enhanced facial aesthetics. The final results showed significant dental and skeletal improvement without requiring surgical intervention.

conclusionA modified TB appliance can effectively manage class II malocclusion with impacted canines in growing patients. The modified approach combining functional mandibular advancement and active canine traction represents a less-documented clinical adaptation, offering a valuable, efficient alternative to traditional two-phase interventions.

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Case reportClass II malocclusionDental estheticsDental tractionEctopic tooth eruptionFunctional appliance therapyGrowth modificationMaxillary canineOrthodontic appliancesSkeletal malocclusionTwin block therapy

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PMCPMC12531684

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