Modified Nance Palatal Arch: A Novel Appliance

Abstract

The following case report presents a new and innovative technique for the preservation of space due to tooth loss as well as the interception of anterior cross-bite. The novel appliance fabricated fully satisfies the demand of the adolescent patient, while fulfilling the esthetic and functional requirements presented by the case.

Keywords

• cross-bite
• modified nance palatal arch
• space maintainer