2024, Volume 17, Issue 10, pp 956 – 962

Surgical, orthodontic, and prosthetic management of amelogenesis imperfecta associated with severe open bite: a case report

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Corresponding author Sana Bekri Department of Removable Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia E-mail: sanabekri2015@gmail.com

Abstract

Amelogenesis imperfecta refers to a group of hereditary diseases that affect dental enamel, often leading to a wide range of clinical manifestations and aesthetic concerns. This case report describes a female patient diagnosed with amelogenesis imperfecta associated with a skeletal open bite. The treatment approach was multidisciplinary. Periodontal therapy was initiated, followed by orthodontic treatment using brackets on temporary crowns to expand and coordinate the maxillary and mandibular arches. Subsequently, orthognathic surgery, including a LeFort I osteotomy and genioplasty, was performed. The fixed prosthodontic rehabilitation performed with metal-ceramic crowns was the last step of the treatment. The final result was both functionally and esthetically satisfactory for the patient.

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PMC ID: 11665750
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DOI: 10.25122/jml-2024-0259

Article Publishing Date (print): 10 2024
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ISSN Printing: 1844-122X
ISSN Online: 1844-3117
Journal Title: Journal of Medicine and Life

Copyright License: Open Access

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