Occlusal examination Flashcards
malocclusion is when a deflection from the normal relation of teeth in the __ or __ arch
same or opposing
angles classification is based off of the maxillary __
MB cusp of max. 1st molar
angles classification is based off of the mandibular __
buccal groove of mand. 1st molar
Class I- MB cusp of max 1st molar __ buccal groove of mand 1st molar
bisects
class I malocclusion characterized by
crowding, rotation, and other positional abnormalities
class III- MB cusp of max 1st molar is __ to buccal groove of mand 1st molar
distal
class II- MB cusp of max 1st molar is __ to mand 1st molars buccal groove
mesial
overjet is the __ overlap of max CI over mand CI
horizontal
overjet is measured using a __
periodontal probe
angle’s class II is also known as an __
overbite
overbite can also be around __ of the height of the mandibular incisors
20-30%
angle’s class III is also known as an __
underbite
overbite is the __ overlap of the max CI over the mand CI
vertical
anterior crossbite is the __ growth of the mandible exceeds the maxilla
horizontal
overjet is normally __ mm
2-3
generally erosive tooth wear is classified by the specific __ responsible for the wear
mechanism
anterior crossbite lower anterior teeth end up __ to the upper anterior teeth
in front
anterior crossbite can also result from underdevelopment of the __
maxilla
normal overbite is normally __ mm
2-3
the etiology of dental wear is __
multifactorial
evidence of occlusal wear/ trauma
-wear facets
-broken restorations
-chipped teeth
attrition is a result of __ movements of the mandible
functional or para- functional
evidence of bruxism
-bony ridges
-gingival recession
-abfractions
-broken teeth and restorations
-excessive attrition
attrition is the mechanical wear of the __ surfaces
incisal or occlusal