The Carriere Motion Appliance in Class II Correction

Dr. Jim McNamara has used a wide variety of appliances, both fixed and removable, in the management of patients with Class II occlusal relationships. His current focus is a prospective clinical study of the Carriere Motion appliance carried out in conjunction with developer of this treatment approach, Dr. Luis Carriere. The results of this study as well as the specific protocol used will be described in detail.

Learning Objectives:

• Define how the Carriere Motion appliance can be used in the treatment of Class II Malocclusion.
• Manage the skeletal and dental treatment effects produced by the appliance as observed cephalometrically.
• Analyze the details of the Carriere Motion treatment protocol.