Osteotomy Le fort I as a Treatment option for class III Dentoskeletal Problem

Abstract

Introduction: Orthognathic surgery is surgery to correct the jaw relation and which aim to correct dentoskeletal deformities and a treatment option for severe deformity that cannot be corrected by orthodontic treatment alone. Le fort I osteotomy is a technique in orthognathic surgery that aims to correct the maxilla. In its management, it is possible for correction of the maxilla and mandible to achieve an optimal jaw relation, function and esthetics. Case report: This case report explained a patient with maxilla retrognathism accompanied by function and aesthetic problems. This patient was diagnosed with class III dysgnathy and was performed orthognathic surgery treatment with le fort I osteotomy technique under general anesthesia at Central Operating Theater at Hasan Sadikin General Hospital, Bandung, and was evaluate periodically after the surgery. Conclusion: In this case, the patient's function and aesthetic problems was corrected without causing any postoperative complications. Careful planning with a good calculation and treatment plans are important for obtaining a good result. Keywords: Le fort I osteotomy, class III disgnathy, dentoskeletal deformity