Lip Bumper

Question 1

Should be kept how much below the incisal edge…??

Answer 1

1.5 to 2 mm

Question 2

Uses of Lip bumper???

Answer 2

1. To correct mild lower anterior crowding
2. distalization of lower molars
3. You can say, lower arch expansion
4. Anchorage augmentation

Question 3

How does lip bumper act???

Answer 3

See…
Acrylic shield of the lip bumper is between the lower anterior teeth and the lower lip…
So it prevents the effect of lower lip and mentalis muscles onto the lower anterior teeth, restoring the muscle balance…. Meaning the lower anteriors free from muscle action on the labial side and buccal side… Now the tongue can increase its effect on the lower anterior teeth from the lingual side (obviously unopposed)… All leads to the lower arch expansion…. ———-+ crowding relieved or say space gained

Question 4

(JS-87) Lip bumper is used for?

Answer 4

For lip biting and hyperactive mentalis

Question 5

Lip bumper is not used in the treatment of? (JS - 134)

Answer 5

Ans - Nail biting…

Options- Lip biting… Cheek biting…. Lip excercises….