Month 7. Deep bite

Managing vertical problems with clear aligners require an extensive knowledge on counterforces, which are fully covered in this chapter to ensure digital planning is perfectly set.

Special focus on posterior extrusion is provided to ensure a full control of deep bite in brachyfacial patients which might benefit from increasing vertical height.

Also, a review of SmartForces and use of precision ramps helps understanding when to select them, what is their main effect and how to take advantage of it.

• Ideal attachments and staging patterns
• Bite ramps… yes or no?
• Posterior extrusion vs anterior intrusion