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What does the term 'malocclusion' primarily refer to?
Which pioneering orthodontist is NOT mentioned as a key figure in establishing orthodontics?
What defines a true class III malocclusion?
The term 'orthodontia' is derived from which two Greek words?
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Which of the following best describes pseudo class III malocclusion?
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What is the primary focus of orthodontics?
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In the context of Angle's classification, what does class III subdivision refer to?
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Which of the following statements about malocclusion is correct?
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What does the term 'Infraversion' specifically refer to in orthodontics?
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Which of the following accurately describes linguoversion?
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Which malposition describes a tooth that is rotated along its own axis?
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Which of the following statements about Angle's Class III is incorrect?
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What is an example of a transversion in orthodontics?
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Which type of tooth malposition indicates a tooth is situated labially or buccally?
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Which of the following correctly defines 'Supraversion'?
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What characterizes Class II Division I malocclusion specifically?
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Which statement is true regarding Class II Division II malocclusion?
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What is the defining feature of Class II malocclusion?
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In Class II Division II malocclusion, which dental arrangement is typically observed?
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How are the lower molars positioned in relation to the upper molars in all Class II malocclusions?
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What defines a Class I malocclusion in orthodontics?
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Which statement accurately describes Angle's classification system?
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What are the characteristics of Class II malocclusion?
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Which types of factors can lead to Class I malocclusion?
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What is the role of the maxillary first permanent molar in Angle's classification?
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What is characterized by no vertical overlap of the maxillary and mandibular teeth?
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Which condition involves a transverse discrepancy of teeth?
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Which of the following correctly describes a deep bite?
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How can a cross bite manifest in dental alignment?
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Which condition can be described by the presence of excessive vertical overlap?
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What is the primary cause of crowding in orthodontics?
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What condition is characterized by excessive vertical overlap between the upper and lower anterior teeth?
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Which term describes the vertical relationship of maxillary and mandibular incisors?
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Which term refers to the horizontal relationship between the surfaces of the incisors in malocclusion?
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What is the definition of overjet in orthodontics?
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What defines an open bite in terms of vertical teeth alignment?
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In what scenario would spacing be categorized as localized?
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Which type of malocclusion signifies a lack of overlap in both vertical and horizontal dimensions?
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What is described as a complete posterior crossbite of maxillary teeth?
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Which of the following best describes the condition of spacing in orthodontics?
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Which of the following is NOT a branch of orthodontics?
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In orthodontics, what is indicated by a deep bite condition?
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Which example illustrates a practice within preventive orthodontics?
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What primarily determines the focus of preventive orthodontics?
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From the provided examples, which one specifically addresses a behavioral issue related to dental health?
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Which situation indicates a need for serial extractions in interceptive orthodontics?
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Which statement about corrective orthodontics is accurate?
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What is a common procedure associated with surgical orthodontics?
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At what stage of dental development is interceptive orthodontics usually initiated?
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Which of the following describes the focus of interceptive orthodontics?
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Study Notes
Orthodontics
- Orthodontics deals with the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws.
- It was established by pioneering orthodontists like Edward H. Angle and Norman W. Kingsley.
Angle's Class III Malocclusion
- Characterized by the lower molar being mesially positioned relative to the upper molar.
- Includes true Class III, pseudo Class III, and Class III subdivision.
Terminologies
- Linguoversion: The tooth is positioned lingually (towards the tongue).
- Labioversion (Buccoversion): The tooth is positioned labially (toward the lips) or buccally (toward the cheeks).
- Supraversion: The tooth extends above the normal line of occlusion.
- Infraversion: The tooth is positioned below the normal line of occlusion.
- Torsiversion: The tooth is rotated along its own axis.
- Transversion (Transposition): Eruption of a tooth in place of an adjacent tooth.
Angle's Class II Malocclusion
- Characterized by the lower molar being distally positioned relative to the upper molar.
- Class II Division I: Class II molar relation with anterior teeth proclined.
- Class II Division II: Class II molar relation with central incisors retroclined and laterals either tipped labially or overlapping the centrals.
Angle's Method
- Introduced by Edward Angle in 1899.
- Based on the mesio-distal relation of teeth, dental arches, and jaws.
- Uses the maxillary first permanent molar as a key to occlusion.
- Three main classes: Class I, Class II, Class III.
Class I Malocclusion
- Characterized by a normal molar relationship but incorrect line of occlusion due to issues like crowding, spacing, rotations, missing teeth, etc.
Scissor Bite
- A complete posterior crossbite of maxillary teeth.
Branches of Orthodontics
- Preventive orthodontics: Eliminates factors leading to malocclusion.
- Interceptive orthodontics: Guides dental and facial development during mixed dentition or early permanent dentition.
- Corrective orthodontics: Uses fixed orthodontic appliances to correct malaligned teeth in adults or adolescents.
- Surgical orthodontics: Involves surgical procedures, like exposing impacted canines, to correct malocclusion.
Crowding
- Malalignment of teeth caused by inadequate space.
Spacing
- Spaces between teeth that can be generalized or localized.
Overbite
- Vertical overlap of the maxillary incisors over the mandibular incisors.
Overjet
- Horizontal overlap between the labial surface of the mandibular incisors and the lingual surface of the maxillary incisors.
Deep Bite
- Excessive vertical overlap between the upper and lower anterior teeth.
Open Bite
- No vertical overlap of the maxillary and mandibular teeth.
Cross Bite
- Transverse or buccolingual discrepancy of teeth, either anterior or posterior.
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Test your knowledge on orthodontics focusing on malocclusion types, specifically Angle's classifications. Understand the terminology related to tooth positioning and how orthodontists diagnose and correct these issues. Dive into the nuances of Class II and Class III malocclusions and their characteristics.