CPG Management of Anterior Crossbite: Case Discussion 1

Mikhail, 9-year-old boy come to Klinik Pergigian A

His mother is concerned about his son's upper front teeth;

• - Upper central incisors erupt behind the lower incisors

• - The lower teeth looks long and mobile

• Patient is keen to correct his front teeth aligment

• What other relevant history need to be taken?

Describe the extraoral features

In extra-oral examination, what is the most important feature that can possibly distinguish between dental and skeletal crossbites?

Describe the intraoral features

What are other important features to look for when examining a patient with anterior crossbite?

As a dental officer at a primary clinic, what are the investigations you might want to do? Justify your answer.

What is your diagnosis?

• A)Dental anterior crossbite

• B)Functional anterior crossbite

• C)Skeletal anterior crossbite

Give reasons for your answer from the question no. 7.

In a case of dental anterior crossbites, if the tooth in crossbites do not show signs of attrition or periodontal problems, do you think there’s a need to treat/intercept the crossbite?

• YES

• NO

Give reasons for your answer from the question No. 9.