Author/Authors :
Pedrin Carvalho Ferreira, Fernando CORA Vilhena, Vilhena, RO, Brazil , Paulo Barbosa Lima, Anderson Department of Orthodontics - Universidade do Sagrado Corac¸ao, Bauru, SP, Brazil , Molina de Paula, Eliana de Cássia Department of Orthodontics - Universidade do Sagrado Corac¸ao, Bauru, SP, Brazil , Claudia de Castro Ferreira Conti, Ana Department of Orthodontics - Universidade do Sagrado Corac¸ao, Bauru, SP, Brazil , Pinelli Valarelli, Danilo Department of Orthodontics - Universidade do Sagrado Corac¸ao, Bauru, SP, Brazil , Rodrigues de Almeida-Pedrin, Renata Department of Orthodontics - Universidade do Sagrado Corac¸ao, Bauru, SP, Brazil
Abstract :
Improving facial and dental appearance and social interaction are the main factors for special needs (SN) patients to seek
orthodontic treatment.The cooperation of SN patients and their parents is crucial for treatment success. Objective. To show through
a case report the satisfactory results, both functional and esthetic, in patients with intellectual disability, congenital nystagmus, and
severe scoliosis. Materials Used. Pendulum device with mini-implants as anchorage unit. Results. Improvement of facial and dental
esthetics, correction of Class II malocclusion, and no root resorption shown in the radiographic follow-up. Conclusion. Knowing
the limitations of SN patients, having a trained team, motivating and counting on the cooperation of parents and patients, and
employing quick and low-cost orthodontic therapy have been shown to be the essential factors for treatment success.
Keywords :
Orthodontic Protocol , Mini-Implant , Treatment , Special Needs
