Archive for 'Growth and Development'

Early Orthodontic Treatment –  is it worth it ?

Early Orthodontic Treatment – is it worth it ?

March 2012

The time at which orthodontic treatment should be started remains a matter of conjecture. Anomalies of dental development and functional problems tend to be addressed in the mixed dentition, while definitive treatment tends to be delayed until the late mixed dentition to maximize growth potential and patient compliance. However, some clinicians advocate starting treatment earlier in certain types of malocclusion. In this article, the current concepts of early treatment, both physiological and psychological, will be explored and the relevant indications are discussed with a case report .

Effects of the Removable and Fixed Twin block on the C- Axis, G- Axis and CG angle – A growth vector for the dento-maxillary complex and the mandible

Effects of the Removable and Fixed Twin block on the C- Axis, G- Axis and CG angle – A growth vector for the dento-maxillary complex and the mandible

February 2012

The growth and development of the maxilla and the mandible is being considered as an important part in orthodontics. So, normal growth of the maxilla and the mandible is considered in this study with the help of the C- axis and G- axis. Also, an angle between the C-axis and G- axis (CG angle) is introduced after setting the normal standards for 300 patients, 150 males and 150 females in 3 growth patterns.

Treatment Effects in an Anterior Open Bite Class II Malocclusion with Two Different Functional Appliances

Treatment Effects in an Anterior Open Bite Class II Malocclusion with Two Different Functional Appliances

January 2012

Malocclusions characterized by anterior open bite are often difficult to treat successfully. Anterior open bite is a malocclusion characterized by a deviation in the vertical relationship between the maxillary and mandibular dental arches, with absence of contact between the incisal edges of the maxillary and mandibular teeth in the vertical plane. The severity varies, from an almost edge-to-edge relationship to a severe handicapping open bite

Morphological study of temporomandibular joint in orthodontically treated patients by using pre-treatment and post treatment orthopantomographs

Morphological study of temporomandibular joint in orthodontically treated patients by using pre-treatment and post treatment orthopantomographs

December 2011

The comparison of the condylar morphology was done in individuals before and after orthodontic treatment and the relationship between the orthodontic treatment and temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) was assessed. There was no statistical association in the morphology of condylar among the groups. It was concluded that orthodontic treatment does not cause TMD.

Management of a Growing Skeletal Class II Patient– A Case Report

Management of a Growing Skeletal Class II Patient– A Case Report

June 2011

Sagittal and transverse discrepancies often coexist in skeletal Class II malocclusions. Orthopedic growth modification can work well in such cases, provided that the remaining pubertal growth is adequate and that the clinician can time treatment to coincide with the peak growth period.

A Simplified Edgewise Technique Used for Interceptive Orthodontics

A Simplified Edgewise Technique Used for Interceptive Orthodontics

May 2011

The primary objective of managing orthodontic problems in the mixed dentition stage is to intercept or correct malocclusions that would otherwise be maintained or become progressively more complex in the permanent dentition or result in skeletal anomalies.

Transmigration of mandibular canines- 2 case reports and review of literature.

Transmigration of mandibular canines- 2 case reports and review of literature.

March 2011

An unerupted tooth sometimes migrates to a location a little distance away from the site in which it developed, but it usually remains within the same side of the arch. The mandibular permanent canine is the only tooth in the dental arch reported to migrate across the midline. Javid found one such case in 1000 students. In doing so, the tooth usually travels along the labial side of the incisor roots and migrates as far as the roots of the first molar on the opposite side.

Early Treatment of Class III Malocclusion

Early Treatment of Class III Malocclusion

January 2011

The developing skeletal Class III malocclusion is one of the most challenging problems confronting the practicing orthodontists. True Class III malocclusion is rare as compare to Class II & Class I and may develop in children as a result of inherent growth abnormality. Treatment should be carried out as early as possible with the aim to prevent it from becoming severe.

Expired Primary Teeth are a Warning Sign of Impaction; A Case Report

Expired Primary Teeth are a Warning Sign of Impaction; A Case Report

October 2010

Variation in the time of shedding of deciduous teeth and emergence of their permanent successors is common, but significant deviation from the established norms is an alert for a potential impaction.