Intro to Orthodontics Flashcards
what is orthodontics
speciality concerned with growth and development of teeth, face and jaws and diagnosis, prevention and correction of dental and facial irregularities
what encompasses an orthodontic diagnosis
careful assessment of teeth, face and jaws
facial anomalies
skeletal relationships
teeth in arch separately
occlusion
what special tests are needed for orthodontic diagnosis
study models
radiographs
photographs
sensibility tests
cone beam CT scan
what are the aims of orthodontic treatment
stable, functional dentition with aesthetic occlusion
what are types of orthodontic appliances
removable
functionals
fixed
what ae the benefits of orthodontic treatment
improved function
improve appearance
improved dental health
reduce risk of trauma
facilitates other dental treatment
what are risks associated with orthodontic treatment
decalcification
relapse
root resorption
loss of tooth vitality
what is mandibular prognathism
mandible is too big
what is mandibular hypoplasia
mandible does not grow the way it should
what is hemimandibular hypertrophy
one side of the mandible is hypertrophic
what is hemifacial microsomia
happens early in life can have a malformed ear, progressive facial asymmetry and occlusal problems
when would lateral cephalograms be used
for people with skeletal problems
what is a reverse pull facemask
pulls maxilla forward
