Lec6_Ortho records

Question 1

What is the timing of:

1. initial or pretreatment
2. progress or interim
3. final or post-treatment
4. post retention

Answer 1

1. initial or pretreatment = prior to start
2. progress or interim = during treatment, 6-9 months
3. final or post-treatment = at the debanding
4. post retention = determines stability

Question 2

When should we give prophylactic drugs?

Answer 2

Prosthetic cardiac valve
Previous endocarditis
Congenital heart disease
(NOT for placement of orthodontic appliances)`

Question 3

If a patient has diabetes mellitus, when might orthodontic treatment be contraindicated?

Answer 3

If the patient has uncontrolled or poorly controlled diabetes.

If it’s well controlled, treat as normal patient.

Question 4

What risks do tongue piercings present?

Answer 4

• Mucogingival deformity
• Lingual gingival recession of lower incisors
• Significant chipping mandibular posterior teeth

Question 5

Where are the lips located from the esthetic line?

Answer 5

Lips are 2-3mm behind line.

This is the line from tip of nose to chin.

Question 6

Where is the lip prominence measured from?

Answer 6

No more than 2 to 3 mm forward of line.

Measured from a vertical line from chin.

Question 7

What are the signs and symptoms in children that predict TMD problems in adults?

Answer 7

TMJ clicking
Tooth wear
Deep anterior overbite