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What is the primary function of a face bow in dentistry?
What is the primary function of a face bow in dentistry?
- To create impressions of teeth
- To measure dental arch width
- To record the relationship of the maxilla to the TMJ (correct)
- To assess the height of occlusion
How does a face bow transfer information to the articulator?
How does a face bow transfer information to the articulator?
- By capturing the relationship of articulating surfaces
- By capturing the maxilla's shape
- By transferring the maxilla's position in relation to the TMJ (correct)
- By recording occlusal forces
The face bow is commonly described as which type of device?
The face bow is commonly described as which type of device?
- A hinged frame for dental impressions
- A caliper-like device (correct)
- An electronic scanning tool
- A rigid model for orthodontic measurements
Which anatomical feature does the face bow relate to when recording jaw position?
Which anatomical feature does the face bow relate to when recording jaw position?
In the context of face bow usage, which axis is primarily noted for movement?
In the context of face bow usage, which axis is primarily noted for movement?
What is the primary function of the locking device in a face bow?
What is the primary function of the locking device in a face bow?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the face bow?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the face bow?
Which type of face bow is categorized as an arbitrary type?
Which type of face bow is categorized as an arbitrary type?
What role does the bite fork play in the function of a face bow?
What role does the bite fork play in the function of a face bow?
Which component of the face bow connects to the condyle?
Which component of the face bow connects to the condyle?
What is the purpose of the graduated condylar rods in the facial face bow?
What is the purpose of the graduated condylar rods in the facial face bow?
Which component of the facial face bow is responsible for holding the bite fork in place?
Which component of the facial face bow is responsible for holding the bite fork in place?
How is the position of the condylar rods determined?
How is the position of the condylar rods determined?
What feature on the facial face bow allows for adjustments to the length of the condylar rods?
What feature on the facial face bow allows for adjustments to the length of the condylar rods?
What anatomical landmarks are used to position the condylar rods on the facial face bow?
What anatomical landmarks are used to position the condylar rods on the facial face bow?
What is the main purpose of the kinematic facebow?
What is the main purpose of the kinematic facebow?
How does the ear-bow facebow identify hinge axis location?
How does the ear-bow facebow identify hinge axis location?
Which statement correctly contrasts the ear-bow and kinematic facebows?
Which statement correctly contrasts the ear-bow and kinematic facebows?
What is a key functional difference between the two types of facebows?
What is a key functional difference between the two types of facebows?
What procedure follows the use of a kinematic facebow?
What procedure follows the use of a kinematic facebow?
What is the average maximum opening in the jaw for females?
What is the average maximum opening in the jaw for females?
What defines the hinge axis in jaw movement?
What defines the hinge axis in jaw movement?
What is the average movement range from condyle to condyle during jaw motion?
What is the average movement range from condyle to condyle during jaw motion?
Which component of the jaw originates from the condyloid process to the tympanic fossa?
Which component of the jaw originates from the condyloid process to the tympanic fossa?
What is the range of translation movement in the jaw?
What is the range of translation movement in the jaw?
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Face Bow Definition
Face Bow Definition
A device for recording the maxilla's position relative to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).
Face Bow Purpose
Face Bow Purpose
To transfer the TMJ relationship from the patient to the articulator.
Articulator Use
Articulator Use
A device that simulates jaw movement.
TMJ Axis
TMJ Axis
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Face Bow Function
Face Bow Function
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Max opening in female jaw
Max opening in female jaw
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Max opening in male jaw
Max opening in male jaw
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Jaw hinge axis
Jaw hinge axis
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Average jaw condyle distance
Average jaw condyle distance
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Jaw components origin
Jaw components origin
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U-shaped frame
U-shaped frame
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Bite fork
Bite fork
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Condyle rods/earpieces
Condyle rods/earpieces
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Locking device
Locking device
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Types of Face Bows
Types of Face Bows
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What is a Face Bow?
What is a Face Bow?
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What are Condylar Rods?
What are Condylar Rods?
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Where are Condylar Rods positioned?
Where are Condylar Rods positioned?
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Universal Joint
Universal Joint
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Ear-bow Facebow
Ear-bow Facebow
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What is the purpose of the ear-bow facebow?
What is the purpose of the ear-bow facebow?
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Kinematic Facebow
Kinematic Facebow
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What is the difference between ear-bow and kinematic facebow?
What is the difference between ear-bow and kinematic facebow?
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Why is locating the hinge axis important in dentistry?
Why is locating the hinge axis important in dentistry?
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