Mandibular pitching in management of severe open bite– A case report

This case report outlines the management of severe skeletal open bite with SFOA. Different treatment modalities are available to treat Class III Skeletal open bite. But the best treatment outcome can be achieved only when the treatment plan is individualized for every patient. A 18-year-old male patient with an Open bite and a class III skeletal base. Treated by Surgery first approach followed by Orthodontic treatment to transform the patient profile and smile. SFOA can be considered as a good option in patients with mandibular prognathism. Mandibular anterior pitch-up surgery offers an immediate solution in patients with severe skeletal open bite.