Evaluation of the Efficacy of the Twin Block vs the Schwarz Double Plate in Skeletal Class II Correction: a Lateral Cephalometric Study


Abstract in English

functional treatment of skeletal class II malocclusion is one of the most important treatment options in mixed dentition. The aim of this research is to evaluate the effectiveness of two of the most popular functional appliances in daily orthodontic practice which are: Schwarz double plate and twin block, and to compare the effectiveness of these appliances.

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