10 Questions
What is the primary purpose of orthodontic appliances?
To create and/or transmit forces to individual teeth/a group of teeth and/or maxillofacial skeletal units to achieve functional efficiency, structural balance and esthetic harmony
Which type of orthodontic appliance uses some kind of force to move teeth into the desired position?
Active appliances
Which type of orthodontic appliance holds the teeth in place mostly after active treatment has been completed?
Passive appliances
Which type of orthodontic appliance can be removed by the patient?
Removable appliances
Which type of orthodontic appliance combines both fixed and removable components?
Combination appliances
What is the primary function of a space maintainer?
To hold the space for an erupting permanent tooth
Which type of orthodontic appliance is used to break a habit, such as thumb-sucking?
Habit breakers
What is the primary purpose of a Hawley retainer?
To hold the teeth in place after active treatment
Which type of orthodontic appliance uses a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually move teeth?
Clear aligners
What is the primary function of an Essix retainer?
To hold the teeth in place after active treatment
Learn about the classification of orthodontic appliances based on their mode of action and explore how they help achieve treatment goals. Discover the difference between active and passive appliances in orthodontics.
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