Use of pendulum for molar distalization: Case report

Abstract

Treatment of mild or moderate Class IIrelationshipscan be possible without extraction of bicuspids with a correct diagnosis. Distalization of upper molars may be used for obtaining a correct Class I relationship between molars and cuspids without bicuspidextractions. Currently, this treatment has become more frequent mainly due to new biomaterials and conceptual changes in mechanical forces. Many authors have designed different appliances to achieve this goals.

Key words: Pendulum appliance, molar distalization.