Preventive and Interceptive Orthodontics

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What is the primary focus of preventive orthodontics?

Early diagnosis and treatment of existing malocclusion

Primary prevention of malocclusion before it occurs (correct)

Management of mixed dentition malocclusion

Comprehensive treatment of all dental conditions

Which of the following is included in the procedures of interceptive orthodontics?

Parent counseling regarding oral hygiene

Regular dental check-ups for children

Space maintenance for deciduous teeth

Management of cross bites (correct)

What is an example of a preventive procedure in orthodontics?

Orthopedic guidance of eruption

Parent education on feeding habits (correct)

Management of canine impactions

Space regainers for mixed dentition

What is a key goal of interceptive orthodontics?

To prevent the full expression of developing malocclusions Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is considered part of preventive orthodontics?

Caries control in deciduous teeth Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does interceptive orthodontics address?

Unfavorable features of a developing occlusion Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a characteristic of interceptive orthodontics?

It aims to simplify future treatments by addressing issues early Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of comprehensive orthodontics?

To limit disability caused by malocclusion and rehabilitate occlusion Signup and view all the answers

What does incisal liability refer to during mixed dentition?

Shortage of space for erupting permanent anteriors Signup and view all the answers

Which feature of primary dentition helps indicate good dental development?

Generalized interdental spaces Signup and view all the answers

What type of occlusion is associated with mesial step during mixed dentition?

Angle Class I occlusion Signup and view all the answers

What effect do oral habits have on dental occlusion?

They can alter the position of teeth depending on duration and intensity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary skeletal factor in the etiology of malocclusion?

Maxillary and mandibular relation Signup and view all the answers

Which mechanism compensates for incisal liability in the upper arch?

Closure of tooth spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of muscular activity on dental arch development?

It influences the inclination of teeth and development of crossbites Signup and view all the answers

During which stage is the 'ugly duckling stage' observed?

Mixed dentition Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to prevent relapse of the first permanent molar?

Place a band on the second primary molar with a distal extension. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT considered an etiology for delayed eruption of permanent incisors?

Fluoride exposure Signup and view all the answers

When is delayed eruption of a maxillary incisor considered significant?

When the contralateral tooth has erupted for more than six months. Signup and view all the answers

What management principle should be prioritized if a permanent incisor is close to eruption?

Remove any physical obstruction. Signup and view all the answers

Which radiographic examination is suitable for locating an unerupted maxillary permanent incisor?

Periapical or panoramic radiograph Signup and view all the answers

What factor is NOT considered when deciding for space maintenance?

Patient's age when tooth was lost Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication for space maintenance?

Lack of space for the permanent successor Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sequelae of retained primary teeth?

Immediate eruption of the permanent successor Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic tool is primarily used to identify the presence of a permanent successor tooth?

Panoramic radiograph Signup and view all the answers

At what age should the decision to extract retained primary central incisors typically be made?

7 years Signup and view all the answers

What can occur if retained maxillary primary central incisors are not extracted?

Formation of anterior crossbite Signup and view all the answers

Which permanent teeth are most commonly associated with ectopic eruption?

Maxillary first permanent molars Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT typically associated with ectopic eruption?

Advanced age Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the term 'ectopic eruption'?

Eruption into an atypical position Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors can lead to retained primary teeth?

Congenital absence of permanent successors Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a reversible condition in ectopic eruption of the FPM?

The permanent molar spontaneously self-corrects before age 7. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor would require active treatment after observing a reversible ectopic eruption?

Age of the patient when diagnosed. Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of a mesially migrated FPM?

Decreased arch perimeter. Signup and view all the answers

Which grade of impaction requires extraction of the primary second molar?

Grade 4. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary technique used for separation in managing ectopic FPM?

Interproximal wedging. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an elastomeric separator from brass wire in separation techniques?

Elastomeric separators require more frequent follow-up. Signup and view all the answers

What complication is associated with ectopic eruption due to the condition of the second primary molar?

Pain and infection related to the molar. Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a factor influencing the management of ectopic erupted FPM?

Presence of the second primary molar. Signup and view all the answers

Which condition indicates a need for extraction of the second primary molar?

In the presence of irreversible pulpitis. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the distal tipping technique play in managing ectopic FPM?

Facilitates movement and space creation. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Prevention of Occlusal Abnormalities

Learning Objectives (ILOS): By the end of this chapter, students should be able to differentiate between preventive, interceptive, and comprehensive orthodontics; understand the causes of different malocclusion conditions; identify malocclusion conditions in primary and mixed dentition; recognize cases needing early intervention; and apply preventive and interceptive treatments for various malocclusions.

Definitions

Preventive Orthodontics: Focuses on preventing malocclusion before it develops, primarily in the primary dentition.
- Preventive Procedures: Include oral health promotion (parent counseling, education, and guidance about oral hygiene, feeding habits, and prevention of oral habits) and environmental support for oral health.
- Specific Protection: Care for deciduous teeth includes regular checkups, caries control, space maintenance, management of oral habits, high frenum attachment, supernumerary teeth, and ectopic eruption.

Interceptive Orthodontics

Focus: Early diagnosis and treatment of unfavorable developing occlusal features to achieve satisfactory results with less extensive treatment later.
Level: Secondary prevention of malocclusion after its occurrence.
Dentition: Deals with mixed dentition.
Procedures: Includes space regainers; management of oral habits, cross-bites, midline diastema; orthopedic guidance of eruption, canine impactions, and ectopic eruption.

Comprehensive Orthodontics

Level: Tertiary prevention; aims at limiting the disability caused by the malocclusion and rehabilitating the occlusion.
Procedures: Involves fixed orthodontic appliances (braces).

Normal Development of Occlusion

Primary Dentition: Features indicating good development include generalized interdental spaces, primate spaces, and flush terminal plane or mesial shift occlusion.
Mixed Dentition: Key events include the eruption of the first permanent molar (FPM). Mesial step or flush terminal plane position affects Class I occlusion development.

Eruption of Incisors (Incisal Liability)

Difference: Permanent anterior tooth space needs versus primary anterior tooth space.
Mechanisms: Increase intercanine width, close generalized and primate spaces, and proclination of upper permanent incisors.

Ugly Duckling Stage/ Boradbent Stage

A period of developing occlusion.

Permanent Dentition

Angle's classification: Describes the relationships between the maxilla and mandible in terms of Class I, II, and III malocclusions.

Etiology of Malocclusion

Skeletal Factors: The relationship between the mandible and maxilla (anteroposterior, transverse, and vertical).
Soft Tissue Factors: Dental arches and skeletal pattern develop in a soft tissue environment. Muscles of the face (lips, cheeks, tongue) and mastication greatly influence tooth inclination and buccal segment crossbites.

Oral Habits

Effect: Duration, frequency, and intensity of habits affect the angulation of teeth.

Role of Prevention

Primary Prevention:
- Oral Health Promotion: Educating parents about proper oral hygiene for children, good feeding habits, and non-nutritive sucking habit prevention.
- Early interventions such as Space Maintainers: preserving the primary teeth and proper guidance to help the permanent teeth in the space.
Specific Protection: Caries control and maintaining good oral health are crucial.

Retained Primary Teeth

Definition: Presence of primary teeth in the oral cavity beyond the expected exfoliation date.
Causes: Congenitally missing permanent teeth; ectopic eruption; impacted or failure of eruption of the permanent successor.
Diagnosis: Radiographic examination (panoramic) confirms the presence or absence of permanent successor teeth.

Ectopic Eruption of Permanent Teeth

Definition: Tooth erupting in an unusual position. Common for the first permanent molars.
Classification: Severity of impaction can determine the approach.
Consequences: Premature exfoliation, pain, and infection in the second primary molar.
Management: Active treatment is indicated if the tooth does not correct the position, if the patient is older than 8 years and if there's a possibility of irreversible pulpitis.

Management of Unerupted Permanent Incisors

Etiology: Hereditary factors, trauma to the predecessor, early extraction, etc.
Diagnosis: Dental and medical history, examination for possible swelling, radiographic examination, and whether the contralateral tooth has already erupted for more than six months.

Management of Midline Diastema

Cause: Supernumerary teeth, familial factors, midline intrabony pathological processes, small teeth, protruding teeth, or high labial frenum.
Management: Based on the cause; it is often the case that the teeth space out on their own.

Dentists' Role

Regular Examinations: Dentists should be able to understand normal dentofacial growth, development, and the relationships between jaws and teeth.
Recognizing Issues: Recognize abnormal spacing, early malocclusions, and deviations in eruption within the correct age range.
Intervention: Identifying cases needing intervention (e.g. extraction of retained primary teeth), when it is best to wait, or when to consult an orthodontist.

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