2×4 Appliance for Correction of Anterior Crossbite: A Case Series

Sonal Gupta; Asmita Das; Abhinandan Patra; Utkarsh Singh

doi:10.21276/ujds.2023.9.4.10

Dr. Sonal Gupta http://orcid.org/0000-0002-7842-2217
Asmita Das MDS 3RD YEAR
Dr. Abhinandan Patra https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7745-7250
Dr. Utkarsh Singh https://orcid.org/0009-0002-9858-7403

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21276/ujds.2023.9.4.10

Keywords: 2×4 Appliance, Anterior CrossBite, Interceptive Orthodontics, Mixed Dentition, Angle’s Class I Malocclusion

Abstract

Anterior crossbite is quite a common problem in the mixed dentition stage. If left untreated, it can cause a number of dental problems and may complicate future orthodontic treatment. One of the major complications in performing anterior crossbite correction in young children is treatment compliance and patient’s cooperation. In most cases, poor compliance is due to the unacceptability of the removable appliance used. This article describes three cases of successful correction of anterior crossbite of patients in mixed dentition using short-span wire-fixed orthodontic appliances. This 2x4 appliance provides an alternative method of correcting anterior crossbite of dental origin and proposes many advantages compared to the use of removable appliances. It allows rapid positioning and alignment of the teeth and patient’s cooperation is not much required.

Author Biographies

Dr. Sonal Gupta

MDS, HOD, Department of Pediatrics & Preventive Dentistry KD Dental College and Hospital, Mathura

Dr. Abhinandan Patra

MDS, Junior Resident-3, KD Dental College and Hospital, Mathura

Dr. Utkarsh Singh

MDS, Junior Resident-1, KD Dental College and Hospital, Mathura

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