568 McNamara American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics May 2000
many manifestations are encountered by the orthodontist on a daily basis but usually are not …

Class III malocclusion represents a growth-related dentofacial deformity with mandibular
prognathism in relation to the maxilla and/or cranial base. Its prevalence varies greatly …

Highlights•We studied the best timing to intercept a developing Class III malocclusion.•
Camouflage is possible with microimplants for skeletal anchorage.•Improvements in …

This study examined the effectiveness of maxillary protraction with orthopedic appliances in
Class III patients. A meta-analysis of relevant literature was performed to determine whether …

The purpose of this investigation was to determine the skeletal, dental, and soft tissue effects
of face mask/expansion therapy and to examine the effect of age on treatment response …

Class III malocclusion is a consequence of maxillary deficiency and/or mandibular
prognathism, often resulting in an anterior crossbite and a concave profile. 1 Young patients …

Objective: To test the hypothesis that there is no difference in the active treatment effects for
maxillary advancement induced by bone-anchored maxillary protraction (BAMP) and the …

The purpose of this article is to summarize the short-term and long-termresults of the authors'
clinical prospective study on the treatment of Class III maloclusion using the protraction …

One of the goals of early treatment of Class III malocclusion with maxillary expansion and
protraction headgear is to significantly improve the dentofacial profile. The objectives of the …

Class III malocclusion is one of the most difficult anomalies to understand. Because not all
Class III patients are candidates for surgical correction, patient assessment and selection …