Class II problems represent abnormal bite relationships in which the uppr jaw and its teeth are located in front of the lower jaw. This relationship is usally due to inherited characteristics. Correcting this skeletal relationship prior to braces can dramatically shorten the amount of time that braces are worn.

Severe Class II Before
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Severe Class II treatment without extractions using pendulum appliance prior to braces.
Class II with Crowding Before
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Severe Class II treated with pendulum appliance prior to braces.
Class II Deep Overbite Before
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Severe Class II deep bite malocclusion treated non-extraction with Herbst appliance prior to braces.
Severe Class II Deep Bite Before
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Severe Class II Deep Bite malocclusion treated with braces and orthognathic surgery to sdvance lower jaw.
Severe Class II Malocclusion Before
After
Severe Class II malocclusion treated with braces and surgery to advance lower jaw forward.