Class II Combination Therapy (Distal Jet and Jasper Jumpers): A Case Report

Abstract

Class II combination therapy is a method that combines orthodontic and orthopedic mechanics in a single stage of treatment. Molar distalization is followed by fixed functional mechanics to reduce the dependence upon patient compliance while seeking more predictable completion of Class II correction.

Keywords

Class II Distal Jet Fixed Functional Jasper Jumpers Distalization

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