18 Questions
An upper standard occlusal may be used in the ______ technique for identifying the position of impacted canines.
parallax
Radiographs are used to look for ______ teeth, or other pathology.
unerupted, missing, displaced, supernumerary
Crowding is characterized by a ______ of 8mm.
mild
To facilitate diagnosis and Rx planning, ______ records are used.
Diagnostic
Study models should be trimmed so that they ______ correctly on a flat surface.
occlude
The problem list is subdivided into ______ and developmental problems.
Pathological
To every force there is an equal and opposite ______.
reaction
The resistance to unwanted tooth movement is called ______.
anchorage
Retention of the final result should be included in the ______ plan.
Rx
The ______ is a type of criteria used to evaluate the need for orthodontic treatment.
Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need
If a compromise ______ is chosen by the patient, this should be recorded in the consent process.
plan
The ______ is a method used to move teeth in the correct direction during orthodontic treatment.
intermaxillary fixation
Rx planning is the most important, and most difficult, part of ______.
orthodontics
Refer for advice if the malocclusion under consideration contains one of the following features: Marked skeletal ______.
discrepancy
The ______ is a type of wire used in orthodontic treatment to maintain space and prevent tooth movement.
NiTi
The ______ is a type of anchor unit used to control tooth movement during orthodontic treatment.
mandible
The ______ is a type of treatment option used to alleviate crowding in orthodontic treatment.
intermaxillary fixation
The ______ is a type of measurement used to evaluate the space available for tooth movement during orthodontic treatment.
lower face height
Test your knowledge of medical terms and abbreviations. This quiz covers a range of medical terminology, from immunology to pharmacology. Identify the correct meanings of these medical terms and abbreviations.
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