Facial Asymmetry
by SUTIDA KHANGCHAIYAPHUM
1. 8-12 yrs
1.1. Fixed appliance (3D correction)
1.1.1. 2 x 4
1.1.2. Quad helix
1.1.3. Activator
1.1.4. Headhear
1.2. TMJ correction
1.2.1. Occlusal splint
1.2.2. Check side in Co-cr and true asymmetry
2. 12-20 yrs
2.1. SLS with
2.1.1. Forsus
2.1.2. PowerScope
2.1.3. TADs
2.1.4. etc.
2.2. Cant correction by Sectional technique
3. 7-8 yrs
3.1. Diagnosis (Midline Max+Mand checking)
3.1.1. X-rays
3.1.1.1. Lateral Cephalometric film
3.1.1.2. Panoramic film
3.1.1.3. PA Skull film
3.1.2. Study cast (mounted in fully adjustable articulator)
3.2. Midline correction (Sagittal+Horizontal)
3.2.1. Tx upper-lower anterior teeth at midline
3.2.2. By activator