Removable appliance Flashcards
1
Q
Indications of removable appliance
A
- Tipping movements
- Retention after comprehensive movement
- Growth modification DURING mixed dentition
2
Q
Major components of RA
A
Retentive component
Anchorage component
Framework or baseplate
Active component or tooth moving component
3
Q
Retentive component samples
A
Adam clasps
Ball clasps
C clasps
Arrow clasps
4
Q
Major component of RA that is made up of acrylic and provides anchorage
A
Framework or baseplate
5
Q
Major component of RA that consists of springs, jack screws or elastics
A
Active component or tooth moving component
6
Q
Major component of RA that resist force of active component
A
Anchorage component
7
Q
Most commonly used denture base material
A
Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA)
8
Q
Most commonly used retainers
A
Hawley appliance
9
Q
Most common orthodontic tooth movement
A
Tipping
