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Orthodontics

CH 60 - Orthodontics

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The contoured wire that provides force to correct the malalignment in the position of teeth. Arch Wire
To provide supplementary or additional support, like attachments or bands. Auxiliary
Stainless steal band cemented to molars to hold the arch wire and auxiliaries for ortho treatment. Band
Another term for fixed ortho appliances. Braces
Term for the small device bonded to teeth to hold the arch wire in place. Bracket
Extraoral radiograph to evaluate the anatomical bases for malocclusion , as well as skull, bones, and soft tissue. Cephalometric Projection
The form of malocclusion in which the maxillary teeth are in lateral misalignment with the mandibular teeth. Cross-bite
The condition that occurs when there is lack of space for the teeth to to fit properly aligned within the arch. Crowding
Structures that include teeth, jaws, and surrounding facial bones. Dentofacial
Term for a class II malocclusion in which the mesiobuccal cusp of the maxillary first molar occludes mesial to the mesiobuccal groove of the mandibular first molar. Distoclusion
Term for abnormal direction of tooth eruption. Ectopic
Pressure applied to the jaw, causing a distortion in the development. Fetal Molding
Term for the external ortho appliance used to control growth and tooth movement. Headgear
Light wire used to hold the arch wire in its bracket. Ligature Tie
Term used for a class III malocclusion. Mesioclusion
Term for a lack of vertical overlap of the maxillary incisors, creating an opening of the anterior teeth. Open Bite
The specialty of dentistry designed to prevent, intercept, and correct skeletal and dental problems. Orthodontics
Term for a maxillary jaw overlaps the mandibular jaw, causing increased vertical overlap of the maxillary incisors. Overbite
The excessive protrusion of the maxillary incisors. Overjet
The appliance used to retain teeth in their desired position. Positioner
The appliance used for maintaining the positions of the teeth and jaws after ortho treatment. Retainer
The device made from wire or elastic place interproximal to separate molars before fitting and placement of ortho bands. Separator
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