Orthopedic Management of a Patient with Class III Malocclusion Using a Protraction Mask: Case Report

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Skeletal Class III, McNamara, face mask, Interceptive Orthodontics

Abstract

Currently, there are several treatment alternatives for Class III malocclusions. It is essential to intercept patients at an early age, as studies have shown that outcomes improve significantly when the approach is initiated early. This study presents the clinical case of an 11-year-old male patient who visited the Monsignor Agustín Hombach Dental Hospital, specifically the Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Orthopedics Department of the Catholic University of Honduras, after undergoing an unsuccessful orthodontic treatment at a clinic outside the university. Clinical and radiographic evaluations were conducted, and a treatment plan tailored to the patient's age and specific condition was developed. The plan involved the use of a face mask and a McNamara appliance. Seven months after the intervention, follow-up radiographs revealed significant changes in both the maxilla and mandible.

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Published

2026-05-20

How to Cite

Alejandra Ruiz, S. (2026). Orthopedic Management of a Patient with Class III Malocclusion Using a Protraction Mask: Case Report. Salus Et Vita, 1(1), 27–31. Retrieved from https://www.camjol.info/index.php/sev/article/view/22841