Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with front teeth misalignment fixed using braces and elastic
By Legendre, L F·Published in Journal of veterinary dentistry·1991·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Anterior crossbite correction in a dog using a lingual bar, a labial bow, lingual buttons, and elastic threads.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A 3-year-old dog with an anterior crossbite, where the upper teeth did not align properly with the lower teeth, was treated using orthodontic appliances. The veterinarian used a labial bow on the upper jaw and a lingual bar with buttons on the lower jaw to help realign the teeth. This approach aimed to correct the bite and improve the dog's ability to chew. After the treatment, the dog's bite was successfully corrected, allowing for better dental function.
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Abstract
Anterior crossbite occurs as a result of several conditions. These conditions include retained deciduous teeth, over-crowding, trauma to developing permanent tooth buds, and trauma to erupted teeth. Treatment includes the use of orthodontic appliances and materials to correct the occlusal relationship. This case illustrates the use of a maxillary labial bow, a mandibular lingual bar and lingual buttons to correct an anterior crossbite in a dog.
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