Class II malocclusion is considered one of the most common problems to solve in orthodontics. Differential diagnosis constitutes a main pillar in addressing such deformations in order to be able to apply individualized therapeutic procedures.
Based on the above, each Class II has to be corrected differently and no cook book to follow exists. A philosophy classifying dentoalveolar, skeletal and soft tissue components as well as identifying maxillary from mandibular etiology has to be developed and applied.
Additionally, growth modifications constitute an important dynamic factor during our treatment planning procedure by considering growth direction and intensity.
This presentation will expose an update about Class II management through an Individualized Orthodontic Philosophy adapted to the paradigm shift in orthodontics, as well as different techniques used to address this malocclusion.
Joseph Bouserhal (Lebanon)
Professor, DDS, MDS, PhD
Biography
Joseph Bouserhal (DDS, MDS, PhD)
Professor and Acting Chair, Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut.
Director, Craniofacial Research Laboratory, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut.
Adjunct Clinical Professor, Henry Goldman School of Dentistry, Boston University.
Member, Angle East Society of Orthodontists.
Member, Tweed Foundation for Orthodontic Research and Education.
Lectured and gave courses on vertical dimension, asymmetries, mini-implants and adult orthodontics.
Published more than 40 articles on different topics.
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Class II Management: An Update from Diagnosis to Treatment
Prezentare Joseph Bouserhal (Lebanon) , Christian Samoila (Romania) Palas Congress Hall, CHOPIN Room
Joseph Bouserhal (Lebanon)
Professor, DDS, MDS, PhD
