Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Introduction: Lower incisor extraction is one of the treatment option in borderline class III cases with mild to moderate crowding because it maintains the straight facial profile. Careful diagnosis and proper treatment planning is essential before planning lower incisor extraction. Material & method: This paper discussed few clinical cases of borderline skeletal class III with Bolton’s tooth material discrepancy in which extraction of one lower incisor was planned. Results: Class I canine relationship was obtained with stable occlusion. Conclusion: It is effective and efficient treatment option in borderline class III cases with mild to moderate crowding. Key words: class III malocclusion, extraction, soft tissue profile.