Skeletal Anchorage: Using Orthodontic Plates To Correct Excessive Gingival Display And Deep Bites
It is no wonder that cosmetic dental procedures having increased over 300% in the past 5 years, as 92% of participants aged between 15 to 80 years old claim that a white, healthy-looking smile made a good first impression. Unfortunately, not everyone has been blessed with great genes, and many Australians struggle with excessive gingival display (also known as "gummy smile") and deep bites. Orthodontic plates have been used as skeletal anchorage with amazing success rates, making them a highly recommended solution that will be explored in this article.