Correction of crossbite.

The purpose of this article is to present to the dental practitioner a better insight and understanding into the recognition, etiology, timing of treatment, differential diagnosis, and methods of treatment for the anterior and posterior crossbite conditions as seen in the developing dentition of the child. It is important to realize that early diagnosis, correction, or referral to a specialist of these occlusal irregularities may prevent the possibility of any adverse effects upon the growth and development of the child's dental-skeletal-facial complex.