Correction of Class I subdivision malocclusion in an adult patient by asymmetric extraction treatment

• Author Details:   
• Anshul Singla ^*
• Anil Kumar Chandna
• Amrita Puri
• Abhishek Singha Roy

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Correcting Class I malocclusions characterized by dentoalveolar asymmetry has long been a challenge for clinicians. It is necessary to determine the source of asymmetry in Class II subdivision malocclusions before deciding a treatment plan as compromised treatment plans can lead to additional complications like tipping of the occlusal plane, dental instability, or temporomandibular disharmonies. The asymmetric extraction protocols for Class II subdivision malocclusions are often successful because they maintain existing molar relationships, resulting in reduced treatment time and greater ease of midline correction. As a result of asymmetric extractions, the correction of maxillary and mandibular dental midline deviations might be possible without canting of the occlusal plane. The purpose of this article is to report a Class II division |subdivision malocclusion (right side) treatedwith asymmetric extractions.

Keywords: Class II malocclusion, Dentoalveolar asymmetry, Asymmetric extraction.