contemporary orthodontics Flashcards
List the 3 main types of appliances used in orthodontics
- Growth modification`tion appliances
- Appliances that move teeth within bony envelopes
- Retainers
What is the aim of growth modification appliances
Aim to alter growth
How do we choose which appliance to use in orthodontics
The aim of the treatment determines the most appropriate appliance
This is by accurate diagnosis is key
What might we want our orthodontic appliances to achieve?
Improve:
- Appearance
- Function
- Health
What use we ensure the appliance offers
- Comfortable treatment
- Acceptable apparente during the treatment
- Acceptable treatment time
- Lowest possible risk during treatment
- Long term stability
List the different type of growth modification appliances
- Class II growth modification
- Class III growth modification
- Transverse change
What is the of class II growth modification appliances
To improve class II dental and skeletal relationship
Gove examples of class II growth modification appliances
Functional appliance
Headgear
At what age are class II growth modification appliances most successful
During pubertal growth phase: 11-14 years
Name the different types of functional class II growth modification appliances
- Removable eg twin block and modem opening activator
2. Fixed
How long does a patent need to wear a removable functional class II growth modification appliances
22 hours a day
Only remove for cleaning, eating and sport
Describe what a twin block functional class II growth modification appliances
Two pieces that touch together to force the patent to bite forward
What is a medium opening activator
A single piece that patient bites into
Describe a fixed functional class II growth modification appliances
An appliances that attaches from an upper molar to a lower tooth
Piston arms force patient to bite forward
What affect do functional class II growth modification appliances
Mostly dental eg:
- Procline lower incisors
- Retrocline upper incisors
- Change molar relationship for class II to class I
Can also correct deep bite
What are the benefits of functional class II growth modification appliances
- Can correct class II malocclusion
- Can have a vertical effect
- Small improvements in gavial appearance
- Can be used with other fixed appliance §
What are some of the risk associated with functional class II growth modification appliances
- Failure rate through non compliance
- Can impact on quality of life eg speech, eating, discomfort
- Need to take out for sport
Describe head gear class II growth modification appliances
- Needs to worn more than 14 hours a fay
- Only take off for school or sleeping
- Do not wear for eating or sports
What effect does headgear class II growth modification appliances
Mostly dental eg:
- Retract molars
- Reduce overate by retroclining upper incisors
Head gear can also be used to reduce vertical proportions to correct anterior open bite
What are the benefits of headgear class II growth modification appliances
- Correct class II malocclusion
- Little changes to facial appearance
- Can be used in combination with other functional class II growth modification appliances
What are the risks associated with class II growth modification appliances
- Failure rate through non compliance
- Can be difficult to get sufficient hours
- Risk of damage to intramural, skin and eyes if not fitted properly
What is the aim of Class III growth modification appliances
To correct class III dental and skeletal relationship by either:
- Promoting maxillary growth
- Restricting mandibular growth
- Combination of both
Name the different types of Class III growth modification appliances
- Protraction face mask
- Reverse functional
- Chin cap
What is a protraction face mask
A frame that sits on chin and forehead that has elastics to make it fixed or removable
What does a protraction face mask do
It pulls maxilla froward using frame as anchorage
This promotes maxillary growth
How long do you need to wear a protraction face mask
At least 14 hours a day
At what age is a protraction faec mask most effective
Age 8-10
What are the benefits of a protraction face mask
- Can correct class III malocclusion
2. Can promote change to facial appearance
What are the risks associated with a protraction face mask
- Failure rate through non compliance
- Can be difficult to get sufficient hours
- Impacts quality of life
- May not prevent the need for further treatment