Orthodontics
OHI
Tooth brushing instructions, floss threaders, rinse and swish, inspect braces carefully for missed areas.ic
Sequence of Appointments for Braces
1. Placement of separators
2. Cementation of molar bands
3. Bonding of brackets
4. Insertion of arch wire, and ties
5. Adjustment checks
6. Removal of applicance
7. Retention of teeth
Treatment and Planning
clinical examination
Diagnostic Records
Benefits for Braces
self-esteem
Subtopic
Classifications
Class I Occlusion : Normal
Class II malocclusion : Distocclusion
Class III malocclusion: Mesioclusion
Retention
Orthodontic positioner
Hawley retainer
lingual retainer
Management of Ortho Problems
Preventative Ortho
Interceptive Ortho
Corrective Ortho
Common misalignment problems
crowding
overjet
overbite
openbite
crossbite
Reasons for Braces
malocclusion/malformation
development, genetics, environment or habit
Occlusion Problems stem from development, genetics, environmental or influences of habit.
habits
injuries at birth or after
inherited parental traits
developmental distubances
