Anterior crossbite is relatively a common presentation in the mixed dentition stage. If left untreated, it can lead to a host of\nproblems and may complicate future orthodontic treatment. One of the major difficulties in performing anterior crossbite\ncorrection in young children is treatment compliance. In most cases, poor compliance is due to the unacceptability of the\nremovable appliance used. This article describes three cases of successful correction of anterior crossbite of patients in mixed\ndentition using short-span wire-fixed orthodontic appliances. This sectional appliance provides an alternative method of correcting\nanterior crossbite of dental origin and offers many advantages compared to the use of removable appliances.
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