Growth modulation, timing, and biomechanical control are critical factors in achieving stable and functional outcomes while preserving facial aesthetics during a sensitive developmental phase.
The article “Three-Stage Non-Surgical Treatment of Skeletal Class III Malocclusion in Adolescents—A Report of Four Cases with Long-Term Follow-Up” presents a structured and clinically relevant approach to managing this condition through a carefully planned, multi-phase orthodontic protocol.
By integrating orthopedic and orthodontic strategies across three distinct treatment stages, the authors demonstrate how skeletal discrepancies can be effectively controlled during growth without surgical intervention.
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What makes this report particularly valuable is its emphasis on long-term follow-up, offering insight into the stability, adaptability, and clinical predictability of non-surgical Class III correction.
Through four well-documented adolescent cases, the study highlights treatment timing, appliance selection, and biomechanical considerations that are essential for achieving sustainable outcomes in real-world orthodontic practice.
This article serves as a practical reference for orthodontists managing growing Class III patients, especially those seeking evidence-based alternatives to early surgical approaches while maintaining a patient-centered treatment philosophy.
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