Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 12 Fig. 13 lenge in all deep bite cases, even neutral, mesocephalic deep bites. 16 Although the bite turbo is an ideal solution for stubborn deep bite cases (Figs. 12 and 13), it is sometimes ineffec-tive. In cases with significant OJ (>6mm), which often occurs in Class II cases and particularly Division 2 cases after decompensation, the bite turbo will not contact the lower incisors (they will close posterior to them). This requires another approach. 17 patterns, GPs can make informed decisions about whether to treat or refer complex cases to specialists. This article underscores the importance of cephalometrics in evaluating skeletal and dental relationships, particu-larly through metrics like the mandibular plane angle and gonial angle, which guide non-surgical interventions using fixed appliances. For neutral Conclusion Cephalometric analysis remains a vital tool in orthodon-tic practice, offering critical insights into mandibular growth patterns that shape effective treatment planning. By identify-ing CW hyperdivergent and CCW hypodivergent growth orthodontics.com Winter 2026 23
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