Fixed Appliance Treatment in the Management of Class II Malocclusion

Class II malocclusion presents unique challenges for orthodontists given its high prevalence and wide variety in its clinical presentation. Therefore, success in Class II cases depends on the clinician’s aptness in addressing the key diagnostic concerns. In addition, the orthodontics profession has vastly moved on from its earliest days, which heavily focused on hard-tissue and tooth relationships. With more emphasis on the soft tissues of the face, clinicians should employ wise treatment strategies when using fixed appliances in Class II treatment. This chapter aims to present the challenges, the current evidence, and some sound strategies for treating Class II patients with fixed appliances.