Open bite
What is the modified SATO Method?
With the classical braces treatment according to Sato, difficult to treat malocclusions such as open bite, or strong forward or backward bite can be treated quite effectively with the use of a special wire and good cooperation (see picture gallery ).
This method is named after Prof. Sadao Sato from Japan and has already saved many patients with severe malocclusions from surgical intervention.
For the treatment of an open bite, we have transferred the idea of the Sato method to the modern treatment with invisible braces in our office. This means that there is no need for bent wire (MEAW - Multiloop Edgewise Appliance or loop wire), but it still requires the consistent use of so-called elastics, which have to be clamped between the upper and lower jaw in addition to the invisible splints.
This results in a so-called chewing plane tilt, which causes a shift of the lower jaw to the upper jaw, and thus leads to a correction of the jaw malposition. A large profile change, as is often typical in surgical-orthodontic cases, takes place here only to a very limited extent and must be assessed individually. However, for patients who want an aesthetic profile or facial change, an oral and maxillofacial surgery is recommended in addition to the shaping of the dental arches with braces.
Open Bite Treatment with Invisible Braces
Welche Voraussetzungen muss ich für die SATO Methode erfüllen?
A prerequisite for the treatment of the open bite with invisible splints is the removal of the wisdom teeth and perfect cooperation. During the change of the jaw position, muscular changes can often occur which make additional physiotherapy useful.