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What is the recommended inclination of the inclined planes of the bite blocks?
What is the recommended inclination of the inclined planes of the bite blocks?
- 80°
- 60°
- 45°
- 70° (correct)
In which situation should the bite block be relieved to allow eruption of the lower molars?
In which situation should the bite block be relieved to allow eruption of the lower molars?
- Open bite tendency
- Deep bite tendency (correct)
- Protrusion of the mandible
- Large overjet
What is the purpose of using a modified Twin block appliance?
What is the purpose of using a modified Twin block appliance?
- Allow for full time action due to compliance problems with removable functional appliances.
- Procline the upper incisors into a Class II division 1 before starting functional appliances phase. (correct)
- Encourage forwards posture of the mandible and change the muscular and soft tissue environment of the jaws.
- Encourage passive expansion and remove pressure from the upper lip.
What is the recommended duration for wearing the appliance in monobloc and twin block appliance?
What is the recommended duration for wearing the appliance in monobloc and twin block appliance?
What is a potential reason for terminating treatment with functional appliances?
What is a potential reason for terminating treatment with functional appliances?
What is the main purpose of Fränkel appliances?
What is the main purpose of Fränkel appliances?
What distinguishes fixed functional appliances from removable functional appliances?
What distinguishes fixed functional appliances from removable functional appliances?
At what age is early mixed dentition considered suitable for starting treatment with fixed functional appliances?
At what age is early mixed dentition considered suitable for starting treatment with fixed functional appliances?
At what stage is treatment for skeletal Class III due to maxillary deficiency best performed?
At what stage is treatment for skeletal Class III due to maxillary deficiency best performed?
What is the function of a chin cup in orthodontic treatment?
What is the function of a chin cup in orthodontic treatment?
What indicators are suggested for determining ideal treatment time for Class II mandibular deficiency?
What indicators are suggested for determining ideal treatment time for Class II mandibular deficiency?
