Anterior Crossbite Correction with a Series of Clear Removable Appliances: A Case Report

ABSTRACT The Clear Aligner can be used to correct tooth movement without involving extraction, surgery, and other adjunct orthopedic appliances. The Clear Aligner is a procedure that can be performed by either an orthodontist or a general dentist without computer simulation/calculation. Since the Clear Aligner is fabricated from the stone model for new appliance at each or every other appointment, it is readily available to change the treatment sequence throughout the course of the treatment. The patient can receive any necessary dental procedures with ease during the course of the treatment. The treatment can also be easily resumed even if the patient has not worn the aligners for a period of time. The purpose of this article is to report dental anterior crossbite correction with a series of Clear Aligners. The Clear Aligner could be used as an alternative in appropriate cases for those who are reluctant with conventional appliances. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The Clear Aligner, a clear removable orthodontic device, can perform tooth movement for the following: crowding resolution, space closure, arch expansion or constriction, anterior, or posterior crossbite correction, space maintenance or regaining, and other prosthodontic treatments combined with orthodontic treatment.1–3 This article illustrates an example of its use.