The treatment of skeletal Class II malocclusion is one of the most common challenges met in orthodontic practice. Explore our latest patient journey to know which option e-LINE chose among all the alternatives to treat this complex case.

We wanted to highlight this class II malocclusion case as the Herbst appliance is not a commonly used functional appliance in the UK. Follow our patient's journey and check the results that we managed to achieve with a complex treatment plan.

Are we using our wisdom when it comes to our third molars commonly known as our wisdom teeth? Let’s take a look at the bigger picture.

Tooth wear / Tooth surface loss (TSL) is a normal yet irreversible physiological process that occurs throughout a person’s life. It is, however, considered pathological when the degree of destruction of hard tissue is excessive leading to functional degradation, sensitivity, and aesthetic impairment.

A 32-year-old female with skeletal 2 high mandibular plane angle base and class 1 dental malocclusion with moderate upper and severe lower crowding. There was posterior crowding evident with the displaced and rolling in of the second molars. Narrow arches, especially in the posterior quadrants. Uneven smile aesthetics. Stable temporomandibular joints.