What are the three classifications of orthodontic treatment?
Orthodontic malocclusions are classified based upon the position of the teeth and the relationship of the jaw bones. There are three basic classifications of malocclusions: Class I, Class II and Class III.
What is incisor classification?
This states that for an incisor relationship to be classified as: Class I: the lower incisor edges preclude with or lie immediately below the cingulum pla- teau (middle part of the palatal surface) of the upper central incisors. Class II: the lower edges lie posterior to the cingulum plateau of the upper incisors.
Who gave incisor classification?
A malocclusion is a misalignment or incorrect relation between the teeth of the two dental arches when they approach each other as the jaws close. Edward Angle, who is considered the father of modern orthodontics, was the first to classify malocclusion.
What is the name of the classification system used during an orthodontic assessment?
The IOTN is used to assess the need and eligibility of children under 18 years of age for NHS orthodontic treatment on dental health grounds.
What are the different types of orthodontic treatments?
You can find further information on the British Orthodontic Society (BOS) website.
- Fixed braces. Fixed braces are the most common type of orthodontic appliance.
- Removable braces. Removable braces can be used to correct minor problems, or as part of fixed-brace treatment.
- Functional appliances.
- Headgear.
What does class 3 mean in dentistry?
Class 3: Patients who require urgent or emergent dental treatment. Class 3 patients normally are not considered to be worldwide deployable. Treatment or follow-up indicated for dental caries, symptomatic tooth fracture or defective restorations that cannot be maintained by the patient.
How much overbite is normal?
The term actually refers to the amount of vertical overlap between the upper and lower front teeth. Normal overbite is about 3mm. Overbite is often confused with overjet, which is the horizontal distance between the upper and lower front teeth.
What are the types of retainers?
There are two basic types of retainers: removable and permanent. Your orthodontist helps you choose the best type for you based on what you needed braces for and any conditions you might have.