Asymmetry

Question 1

The evaluation of a patient’s ________ is one of the most critical
aspect of diagnosis.

Answer 1

frontal symmetry

Question 2

Is cleft lip and palate a mand or max asymmetry?

Answer 2

max

Question 3

What is the most common congenital mand asym?

Answer 3

hemifacial microsomia

Question 4

What is the horizontal reference line for asymmetries?

Answer 4

Interpupillary line

Question 5

_______ is defined as a musculoskeletal stable
position manipulated by dentist, with the condyles forward, as far upward as
possible, centered transversely and with the articular
disc properly interposed

Answer 5

centric relation

Question 6

_________ is
a dental determined position. Tooth morphology and
position are the primary influences determining the
mandibular position and movements. The condylar
position is strongly determined by the dental contacts
and intercuspidation through muscles and ligaments

Answer 6

centric occlusion (CO) or maximum intercuspidation

Question 7

What is the best radiograph to evaluate head position and asymmetry?

Answer 7

CBCT

Question 8

How are skeletal asyms treated in children?

Answer 8

Ortho and hybrid functional appliances

Question 9

How are skeletal asyms treated in adults?

Answer 9

Surgery

Question 10

IF there is a moderate to severe deviation due to functional asyms, how do you treat?

Answer 10

Ortho: rapid palatal expander

Question 11

_______ may be necessary to properly evaluate the presence and extent of the
functional shift by eliminating the habitual posturing and de- programming the
musculature.

Answer 11

Occlusal splints