Management of facial asymmetries - Case series

作者: S. Sumalatha , N. Vijay , K.S. Shetty

DOI: 10.1016/S0970-2199(11)54008-1

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摘要: Though bilaterally symmetrical face is more a theoretical concept than in real life, gross asymmetries can have profound effect on esthetics disturbing the patient's social life. Being an orthodontist we will come across several cases of asymmetry from mild to very severe. Management these be tough as it requires precise diagnosis and multidisciplinary effort. These case series explains varied with different etiology treatment plan emphasize diversity situations.

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