Treatment for anterior-open bite

Abstract

The anterior open bite is the presence of a malocclusion type, where there is no vertical contact in a physiological way between the upper and lower incisors, so there is a negative vertical overlap between the incisal edges of the anterior, upper and lower teeth. Thus, causing a negative overbite. Thus, this study aims to be a tool in the search for understanding and treatment of anterior open bite and its main difficulties and implications. This is a literature review, which aimed to gather and synthesize results of empirical research on a topic or research question. The inclusion criteria were: articles published in Portuguese, English and Spanish, which portrayed the theme of the treatment of anterior open bite and its implications and difficulties, preferably published in the last 10 years, except for those considered classics in the academic literature. Normally, anterior open bite is usually difficult to treat because it is a consequence of the interaction of different etiological factors in the growth of the maxilla and mandible, lip and tongue function, and dento-alveolar development. Early, careful diagnosis and timely intervention are essential to prevent severe bone disharmonies and to avoid more complex surgical interventions and to increase the chances of success in the treatment of this malocclusion. The correct and precise functional assessment, as well as the treatment and follow-up by a multidisciplinary team between the orthodontist and otolaryngologist and the speech therapist are fundamental for the success of the most effective treatment.