Open bite is an occlusal trait of multifactorial origin that imposes several difficulties to the clinician. Often a precise diagnosis becomes a challenging task. Several treatment modalities are available in contemporary orthodontics, depending on the time it is diagnosed and patient's requirements, ranging from interceptive to surgical options.
In addition, stability after treatment is still a critical issue as evidence on long term stability of various treatment options is lacking.
This presentation aims at helping the clinician in the decision making processes regarding diagnosis, treatment planning and prognosis, based on scientific evidence, to get a more predictable treatment outcome.