Title (English)
Functional orthopedic treatment for mandibular asymmetry in a giant panda with amputation
Thong tin bai bao / Article info
- Tac gia / Authors: Qi Fan, J Li, Erpan Alkam, Meng You, Li Luo, Bi Li, Wenjun Huang, Xin Chen, Xianglong Han, Wenli Lai, Hu Long
- Tap chi / Journal: The Angle Orthodontist
- Ngay xuat ban / Published: 2026-05-08
- DOI: 10.2319/013125-102.1
- Nguon / Source: OpenAlex
Abstract (English)
ABSTRACT Objectives To apply human orthodontic principles in treating malocclusion with dentofacial asymmetry for a juvenile male giant panda in which a developmental anomaly was potentially attributable to accidental maternal injury to the mandible and left forelimb, as well as subsequent amputation of the left forelimb. Materials and Methods Custom orthodontic appliances were designed using intraoral scanning and bonded under general anesthesia. Treatment involved fixed appliances and elastic tractions over a 6-month period. Pretreatment and posttreatment evaluation included clinical examination and computed tomography (CT) scanning. Results Functional orthopedic treatment successfully corrected the mandibular deviation, improving facial symmetry and masticatory function. CT scans demonstrated correction of mandibular deviation and compensatory growth of the left cranial base. Conclusions This case demonstrates successful application of orthodontic principles in treating developmental asymmetry in a giant panda through interdisciplinary collaboration between veterinary and orthodontic specialists.
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