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Orthodontic Facts & Trivia 2008-03-11 16:05:00 Well here is a good info you didn't know!±There are nearly 4 million people in orthodontic treatment throughout the United States. Three out of four are younger than 18.±The first recorded orthodontic-like method of treatment was performed by the Roman writer Celsus (25 B.C.-A.D. 50).±The first mechanical treatment for correcting irregular teeth was suggested by Gaius Plinius Secundus (A.D 23-79).±The first Society of Orthodontists met in St. Louis in 1901.±The American Association of Orthodontists is comprised of more than 12,000 members in the United States, Canada and abroad.±A child should first visit an orthodontist no later than the age of 7. Early intervention frequently makes the completion of treatment at a later age easier and less time-consuming.±The time required to comp Read more:Trivia
Early symptoms of orthodontic problems? 2008-03-10 13:57:00 Although determining if treatment is necessary is difficult for you to assess, the following symptoms
may help in prompting you to seek our orthodontic advice.Ask your child to open their mouth, and let you look at their teeth. If you see any signs of crooked teeth, gaps between your child's teeth or overlapping teeth, your child may need orthodontic treatment.Ask your child to bite all the way down, but keeping their lips open so you can see their teeth. Do the front top teeth line up with the bottom? Do the top teeth protrude out away from the bottom teeth? Do the top front teeth cover more than 50% of the bottom teeth? Are the top teeth behind the bottom teeth? All these are indicators for potential orthodontic treatment.Look at the alignment of your child's jaw. Does the jaw shift off Read more:Early
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Bite Plate 2008-03-06 12:14:00 A removable dental appliance, made of wire and plastic, worn in the palate and used as a diagnostic or therapeutic aid in orthodontics or prosthodontics. Also called bite plane.
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Retainer 2008-03-06 12:10:00 orthodontic appliance to maintain teeth in correct positions and to stabilize the result of the treatment and retainers are often used before or after braces in order to hold teeth in a certain position while allowing surrounding gums and bone to adjust.
Adams’ clasp 2008-03-06 12:08:00 A retention clasp designed by C. Philip Adams
to stabilize removable appliances by engaging the mesiobuccal and distobuccal surfaces of buccal teeth.
BRACKET BONDING 2008-03-04 16:59:00 Bonding can be misleading.The technique undoubtedly can be misused, not only by aninexperienced clinician but also by more experiencedorthodontists who do not perform procedures with care.Success in bonding requires understanding of and adherenceto accepted orthodontic and preventive dentistryprinciples.The advantages and disadvantages of bonding versusbanding of different teeth must be weighed accordingto each practitioner’s preferences, skill, and experience.Bonding should be considered as only part of a modernpreventive package that also includes a strict oral hygieneprogram,248 fluoride supplementation,44,185,249 and theuse of simple yet effective appliances . Inother words, complicated mechanics with abundant useof coil springs and multilooped arches lends itself lesswell to bonding
Saliva is mouth Disinfectant ? 2008-03-03 13:38:00 A common belief is that saliva contained in the mouth
has natural disinfectants, which leads people to believe it is beneficial to "lick their wounds". Researchers at the University of Florida at Gainesville have discovered a protein called nerve growth factor (NGF) in the saliva of mice. Wounds doused with NGF healed twice as fast as untreated and unlicked wounds; therefore, saliva can help to heal wounds in some species. NGF has not been found in human saliva; however, researchers find human saliva contains such antibacterial agents as secretory IgA, lactoferrin, and lactoperoxidase.[3] It has not been shown that human licking of wounds disinfects them, but licking is likely to help clean the wound by removing larger contaminants such as dirt and may help to directly remove infective bod
Good oral health 2008-03-03 04:12:00 Oral healthThe WHO has defined oral health as ‘a standard of theoral and related tissues which enables an individual to eat,speak and socialise without active disease, discomfortor embarrassment and which contributes to generalwell-being’.Oral health education?This term is generally understood to mean giving patientspersonally relevant information about their dentalhealth, based on scientific evidence. Skills required to performOHE involve communicating, motivating, teachingand training individuals and small groups.
Anterior open bite and posterior open bite 2008-03-02 02:58:00 DEFINITIONS Anterior open bite (AOB): there is no vertical overlap of the incisors when the buccal segment teeth are in occlusion . Posterior open bite (POB): when the teeth are in occlusion there is a space between the posterior teeth . Incomplete overbite: the lower incisors do not occlude with the upper incisors or the palatal mucosa (. The overbite may be decreased or increased.
Index of Complexity Outcome and Need (ICON) 2008-03-01 16:45:00 This new index incorporates features of both the Index
of Orthodontic Need (IOTN) and the Peer Assessment Rating (PAR). The aesthetic component of IOTN is included along with scores for upper arch crowding/spacing; presence of cross-bite; overbite/open bite, and buccal segment relationship. As in the PAR, weightings are added to reflect current orthodontic opinion. The sum of the scores and their weightings gives a pretreatment score, which is said to reflect the need for, and likely complexity of, the treatment required. Following treatment the index is scored again to give an improvement grade (pretreatment score minus 4 × post-treatment score) and thus the outcome of treatment. This ambitious index is currently undergoing evaluation
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Index of orthodontic treatment need (IOTN) 2008-03-01 15:35:00 The Index
of Orthodontic Treatment Need was developed as a result of a government initiative. The purpose of the index was to help determine the likely impact of a malocclusion on an individual's dental health and psychosocial well-being. It comprises two elements. Dental health component This was developed from an index used by the Dental Board in Sweden designed to reflect those occlusal traits, which could affect the function and longevity of the dentition. The single worst feature of a malocclusion is noted (the index is not cumulative) and categorized into one of five grades reflecting need for treatment Grade 1 — no need Grade 2 — little need Grade 3 — moderate need Grade 4 — great need Grade 5 — very great need. A ruler has been developed to hel
Angle classes of malocclusion 2008-03-01 10:43:00 Dr. Edward Angle
described three (3) classes of malocclusion based on the occlusal relationship of the first molars. Normal relationship is described as the first molars being in the following relationship:Class I malocclusion has the normal molar relationship but the incorrect line of occlusion Class II malocclusion has the lower molar placed behind the upper molar. "Overbite" Class III malocclusion has the lower molar placed forward to the upper molar. "Underbite
Dental braces 2008-02-29 13:56:00 Dental braces
(also known as orthodontic braces) are a device used in orthodontics to correct alignment of teeth and their position with regard to bite. Braces are often used to correct malocclusions such as underbites, overbites, cross bites and open bites, or crooked teeth and various other flaws of teeth and jaws, whether cosmetic or structural. Orthodontic braces are often used in conjunction with other orthodontic appliances to widen the palate or jaws, create spaces between teeth, or otherwise shape the teeth and jaws. Most orthodontic patients are children or teenagers, however, recently, more adults have been seeking orthodontic treatment.A. LigatureThe archwire is held to each bracket with a ligature, which can be either a tiny elastic or a twisted wireB. ArchwireThe archwire is t
How can I tell if my child needs orthodontic treatment? 2008-02-29 13:52:00 It is usually difficult to know if your child
will need orthodontic treatment until your child is 7-8 and their permanent teeth start to come in. We recommend that you bring your child into the orthodontist when your child is 7 years old to evaluate whether treatment will be needed. Generally, the orthodontist will evaluate your child, and if your child needs treatment, the orthodontist will take corrective action to avoid costly and uncomfortable treatment later on.
What causes orthodontic problems? 2008-02-29 13:33:00 Most problems
are inherited, including tooth size and jaw size. These orthodontic problems may lead to crowding of teeth or spacing of teeth.Overbites, underbites, extra or missing teeth, and irregularities of the jaws, teeth and face also are inherited.Other orthodontic problems can be caused by accidents, pacifier or thumb sucking, dental disease, or the premature loss of either the primary or permanent teeth.
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Why should I have my teeth straightened? 2008-02-28 09:52:00 Orthodontic treatment improves your smile and your health. Your smile is the most striking part of your face. Look in the mirror. Do you like your smile now? Can your smile be improved? Think about how you react to someone with a pretty smile. Do you find them more attractive? Will you be more attractive with an appealing smile? Orthodontic treatment will make your smile look fabulous. The fabulous smile can last for the rest of your life. Think about how a fabulous smile will improve your life. Orthodontic treatment will also make your face look delightful. Wouldn't a delightful face be wonderful?
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What is Orthodintics? 2008-02-28 09:41:00 Well most people don't know what is orthodontics? and why they call it like that?Orthodontics is that branch of dentistry concerned with facial growth, with development of dentition and occlusion, and with the diagnosis,interception, and treatment of occlusal anomalies . Orthodontics came from the Greek words ortho meaning straight and odons meaning tooth.
My first post 2008-02-28 09:00:00 Well here is my first post
as a blogger, i hope it's going to be good .Last night i was talking to one of my best friends hussam , about our college time (Romania-Constanta) and how it was amazing, we met a lot of students that time and how much fun we had , its amazing how time is running fast! also we were looking at our pictures ,and most of them were funny :) anyway i just wanted to share some of them here .Hussam on the back me infront of him and islam on my right(we were going to Danube River Constanta)this is me and my best friend ahmed (Romania -Oradea)
Prognathism and Retrognathism 2008-03-12 16:58:00 * PrognathismThe word Prognathism derives from Greek pro (forward) and gnathos (jaw).Is a term used to describe the positional relationship of the mandible and/or maxilla to the skeletal base where either of the jaws.* RetrognathismRetrognathism (or retrognathia) is a type of malocclusion which refers to a mandible which is further posterior than would be expected.prognathism and Retrognathism is the result of injury or a disease state or a hereditary condition. Prognathism and Retrognathismis considered a disorder only if it affects mastication, speech or social function.
Braces Health Benefits 2008-03-12 15:59:00 Getting braces is something maybe not good ? but the fact is that straight teeth don’t just look better, they’re healthier, too. When your teeth are properly aligned, they’re easier to clean and when your teeth are clean and plaque -free you’re less likely to suffer from tooth decay or gum disease Wearing braces can also help prevent some problems for your teeth also help you chew better and correct misaligned jaw joints that could be the cause of those nagging headaches and neck pain. Of course, only a qualified orthodontist can determine if you need braces and orthodontic treatment. Although a complete orthodontic exam is recommended by the age of seven, it’s also common to get one as an adult. Read more:Health
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Types of braces 2008-03-12 15:42:00 1-Metalic braces
Are stainless steel, sometimes in combination with nickel titanium, and are the most widely used. Many stainless steel brackets are offered by various orthodontic supply companies2-Ceramic bracesOffer a less visible alternative. They blend in more with the natural color of the tooth and are arguably more visually appealing. Ceramic brackets are typically more brittle than stainless steel brackets and thus tend to be somewhat thicker to resist breakage.3-Lingual bracesAre fitted behind the teeth, and are not visible with casual interaction. Lingual braces can be more difficult to adjust to, since they can hinder tongue movement.
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