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Breakages using a unilateral fixed functional appliance: a case report using The Forsus^TM Fatigue Resistant Device

School of Dentistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand

Benjamin J. Gaffey and Andrew N. Quick

Discipline of Orthodontics, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand

Address for correspondence: Miss Angela Patricia Ross, Discipline of Orthodontics, University of Otago, School of Dentistry, P.O. Box 647, Great King Street, Dunedin, 9054, New Zealand. Email: rosan040{at}student.otago.ac.nz

	Abstract

Fixed functional appliances are designed to provide a simple non-compliant solution to orthodontic Class II treatment. Molar correction can be achieved very quickly using these appliances, but the clinician should be wary of unexpected breakages. This case report documents such an occurrence using a unilateral fixed functional appliance.

Key words: Forsus Fatigue Resistant Device, unilateral Class II correction