CLASS II CORRECTION USING THE TWIN STAR APPLIANCE: A Case Report

Abstract

The aim of this study was to see the effect of twin star appliance in growing patient. Functional appliances can be used successfully in growing patient with certain Class II malocclusion. It is dependent on patient's compliance. Even the Twin-Block, which is claimed to be one of the most patient friendly appliances, is not so easily accepted by the growing child. An innovative modification of the Twin-Block called Twin-Star. Compared with the traditionally constructed Twin-Block, The Twin-Star proves to be esthetically superior, with a higher level of comfort and is less bulky and hence easily accepted by the patient. A 14-year 4month old girl was treated with twin star appliance. The design of appliance and treatment results were demonstrated in following case report.