Skeletal class II malocclusion with mandibular retrognathy Oral Health Skeletal class II malocclusion with mandibular retrognathy
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Skeletal Class II malocclusion (ANB angle >4°) and mandibular retrognathy (SNB <78°) 2. Bilateral Class II molar and canine relationship (at least 3.5 mm) 3. Increased overjet (more than 7 mm) 4. Normal or decreased vertical dimensions (SN-GoGn =32) 5. Minimal crowding (=4) and no missing teeth on upper and lower arches 6. Aged 14-18 years
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Craniofacial anomalies 2. Musculoskeletal diseases 3. Severe facial asymmetry 4. Severe maxillary transverse deficiency 5. Poor oral hygiene
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Changes in pharyngeal airway and hyoid position, assessed using lateral cephalometric radiography before using the Herbst-RPE appliance and immediately after appliance removal | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Skeletal changes, assessed using lateral cephalometric radiography before using the Herbst-RPE appliance and immediately after appliance removal | — |
Countries
Turkey