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Which of these options is the INCORRECT answer regarding orthodontic retention?
Which of these options is the INCORRECT answer regarding orthodontic retention?
Orthodontic retention is just as important for adults as it is for children.
Orthodontic retention is just as important for adults as it is for children.
True
All patients who undergo orthodontic treatment require and should have retainers after treatment.
All patients who undergo orthodontic treatment require and should have retainers after treatment.
True
Which of these options is the INCORRECT cause of orthodontic tooth relapse?
Which of these options is the INCORRECT cause of orthodontic tooth relapse?
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Which of these statements is correct regarding the reorganization of the periodontal ligament?
Which of these statements is correct regarding the reorganization of the periodontal ligament?
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Which of these statements is CORRECT about Active Stabilization?
Which of these statements is CORRECT about Active Stabilization?
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Which of these options is the INCORRECT statement about occlusal changes related to growth?
Which of these options is the INCORRECT statement about occlusal changes related to growth?
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Which of these options is the INCORRECT method that may be employed to help retention in a Class II orthodontically treated patient?
Which of these options is the INCORRECT method that may be employed to help retention in a Class II orthodontically treated patient?
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Which of these options is the INCORRECT method that may be employed to help retention in a Class III orthodontically treated patient?
Which of these options is the INCORRECT method that may be employed to help retention in a Class III orthodontically treated patient?
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Which of these options is the INCORRECT method that may be employed to help retention in a patient who has been orthodontically treated for the correction of an anterior open bite?
Which of these options is the INCORRECT method that may be employed to help retention in a patient who has been orthodontically treated for the correction of an anterior open bite?
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Study Notes
Importance of Orthodontic Retention
- Retention is crucial post-treatment to prevent teeth from shifting to unstable positions due to soft tissue pressure.
- Allows time for the teeth, bone, and gums to stabilize after orthodontic adjustments.
- Helps counteract potential unwanted movement as a result of future skeletal growth.
- Retention is equally essential for adult patients as it is for children.
- Most individuals require retainers following orthodontic treatment, regardless of age or duration of treatment.
Causes of Orthodontic Tooth Relapse
- Relapse can occur due to the elastic recoil of gingival and periodontal fibers, affecting tooth alignment.
- Changes in external pressures from cheeks, lips, and tongue can influence the position of teeth, particularly in growing patients.
- Differential growth of skeletal jaws may cause relapse in occlusal relationships after completion of treatment.
Periodontal Ligament and Forces
- It is normal to see a widened periodontal ligament space during active treatment; reorganization occurs as teeth respond to normal chewing forces post-treatment.
Active Stabilization
- Active stabilization by the periodontal ligament (PDL) counters forces from lips, cheeks, and tongue.
- Active stabilization mimics the forces experienced during tooth eruption.
- Efforts to stabilize teeth through orthodontics require re-establishment of active stabilization after treatment completion.
Occlusal Changes Related to Growth
- Occlusal changes can still happen after orthodontic treatment due to ongoing facial growth.
- Changes do not stop at the same age for boys and girls, indicating differences in growth timelines.
- Occlusal changes typically follow a progression of transverse, anteroposterior, then vertical skeletal growth.
Retention Methods for Class II and III
- Effective Class II retention methods include nighttime combination headgear and functional appliances like Bionator.
- Nighttime chin cap therapy is not an effective option for Class II retention.
- Methods for Class III retention include functional appliances and mandibular restraining devices.
- High pull headgear is generally not effective for Class III patients.
Retention After Anterior Open Bite Correction
- Retention strategies include nighttime high pull headgear with splints, posterior bite blocks, and maxillary/mandibular retainers.
- Addressing thumb sucking habits and assessing abnormal tongue functions are critical for long-term retention success.
- Chin cap therapy is not a suitable method for managing retention in anterior open bite corrections.
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This quiz covers the significance of orthodontic retention after treatment, emphasizing its role in preventing tooth movement and allowing for stabilization of dental structures. It also explores the causes of orthodontic tooth relapse and the role of periodontal ligaments. Ideal for orthodontic students and practitioners.
