Cephalometric and Malocclusion Analysis of Kadazan Dusun Ethnic Orthodontic Patients (Analisis Sefalometrik Dan Maloklusi Pesakit Ortodontik Etnik Kadazan Dusun)

Total Page:16

File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb

Cephalometric and Malocclusion Analysis of Kadazan Dusun Ethnic Orthodontic Patients (Analisis Sefalometrik Dan Maloklusi Pesakit Ortodontik Etnik Kadazan Dusun) Sains Malaysiana 42(1)(2013): 25–32 Cephalometric and Malocclusion Analysis of Kadazan Dusun Ethnic Orthodontic Patients (Analisis Sefalometrik dan Maloklusi Pesakit Ortodontik Etnik Kadazan Dusun) ROHAYA MEGAT ABDUL WAHAB* HARTINI IDRIS, HABIBAH YACOB & SHAHRUL HISHAM ZAINAL ARIFFIN ABSTRACT The aims of this study were to assess the skeletal pattern and the malocclusion of Kadazan Dusun ethnic patients who seek for orthodontic treatment. Cephalometric radiographs (248) and 345 study models were collected from four orthodontic clinics in Sabah. The cephalometric mean values (SNA, SNB, ANB, MMA, SNMxP, UIMxP, LIMnP and ALFH) were measured and the study models were analysed for overjet, overbite, incisor and molar relationships. Some morphological or occlusal features such as shovel shape, Talon cusp, peg shape teeth, midline diastema, canine displacement and supernumerary tooth were also noted. The frequency and correlation of cephalometric mean values and prevalence of malocclusion were analysed using SPSS 18. Class I Skeletal pattern was the most common (48%) followed by Class II (33%) and Class III (18%). There was a strong correlation between SNA and SNB values (>0.70). Class II/1 incisor relationship has the highest frequency (41%) followed by Class III (32%), Class I (21%) and Class II/2 (6%). Class II Molar relationship of both right and left showed highest frequency (38%) followed by Class I (33%) and Class III (30%). Increased of overjet (44%) and reduced overbite (41%) and shovel-shaped incisor were the most common occlusal and dental features. The Kadazan Dusun patients who seek for orthodontic treatment in Sabah were mostly presented with Class I Skeletal pattern with high prevalence in Class II/1 incisor relationship, Class II molar relationship, increased overjet and reduced overbite. The orthodontic treatment pertaining to this ethnicity should be in line with the findings that will benefit patient specifically based on their common presented features. Keywords: Cephalometric; Kadazan Dusun; malocclusion; orthodontic treatment ABSTRAK Penyelidikan ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji corak pola rangka dan kelaziman maloklusi pada pesakit Kadazan Dusun yang mendapatkan rawatan ortodontik. Radiograf sefalometrik (248) dan 345 model kajian telah dikumpulkan daripada empat klinik ortodontik di Sabah. Nilai purata sefalometrik (SNA, SNB, ANB, MMA, SNMxP, UIMxP, LIMnP dan ALFH) telah diukur dan model kajian telah dianalisis untuk melihat hubungan antara ‘overjet’, ‘overbite’, perhubungan insisor dan molar. Beberapa morfologi atau ciri-ciri oklusi seperti gigi bentuk penyodok, kuspa talon, gigi berbentuk pasak, diastema garis tengah, peralihan gigi taring dan lebihan bilangan gigi dicatatkan. Frekuensi dan perkaitan antara nilai purata sefalometrik dan kelaziman maloklusi dianalisis menggunakan SPSS 18. Corak Skeletal Kelas I (48%) adalah yang paling biasa diikuti oleh Kelas II (33%) dan Kelas III (18%). Terdapat perkaitan yang kuat antara nilai SNA dan SNB (>0.70). Perhubungan incisor Kelas II/1 menunjukkan frekuensi yang tertinggi (41%) diikuti oleh Kelas III (32%), Kelas I (21%) dan Kelas II/2 (6%). Perhubungan molar Kelas II pada kanan dan kiri menunjukkan frekuensi yang tertinggi (38%) diikuti oleh Kelas I (33%) dan Kelas III (30%). Peningkatan ‘overjet’ (44%), pengurangan ‘overbite’ (41%) dan insisor berbentuk penyodok adalah ciri-ciri gigi dan oklusi yang lazim. Pesakit ortodontik Kadazan Dusun Sabah kebanyakannya menunjukkan corak pola rangka Kelas I dengan kelaziman yang tinggi pada perhubungan insisor Kelas II/1, perhubungan molar Kelas II, peningkatan ‘overjet’ dan penurunan ‘overbite’. Rawatan ortodontik untuk etnik ini perlu selaras dengan penemuan kajian ini dengan pesakit boleh mendapat faedah khususnya berdasarkan kepada ciri-ciri am mereka. Kata kunci: Kadazan Dusun; maloklusi; rawatan ortodontik; sefalometrik INTRODUCTION from the Mongoloid race that reached Borneo or Brunei from Kadazan Dusun is the predominant ethnic group in Sabah Indochina through Philippines or came directly from the (Department of Statistic Malaysia 2001). Although the tale mainland of Asia (Hose & McDougall 1912). Meanwhile, of origin of this ethnic group is still a big question mark of according to Lee (1930), the Proto-Malay group has many when and how they arrived, but according to a study done similarities with the people on the Island of Borneo in the by Owen Rutter suggested that this population originated aspects of physical, culture as well as languages. 26 There have been many studies conducted to determine the The nature of this sampling procedure does not permit craniofacial morphology and prevalence of malocclusion in the generalization of the findings to the Kadazan Dusun many different races. Analysis of craniofacial morphology population at large. is an essential tool in orthodontic evaluation and clinical In total, there were about 760 Kadazan Dusun patients treatment, where it provides information that enables the who have attended the orthodontic dental clinics from classification of the skeletal as well as dental anomalies 1998 to early of 2010, including those who were in the (Susanti Munandar 1992). Classification of the occlusion, waiting lists. The inclusion and the exclusion criteria in on the other hand is one of the first steps in diagnosing the the data collection for cephalometric analysis as well as relationship between the upper and lower teeth (occlusion) malocclusion, however, had reduced the sample size. The and it is used in evaluation of orthodontics treatment inclusion criteria were both parents are from Kadazan (Angle 1900). Dusun ethnicity from particulars in the patients’ folder and The facial skeleton is known to be influenced by no history of orthodontic treatment. The exclusion criteria both genetic and environmental factors. However, the were cleft lip and palate or other cranio-facial disorders, effect of the environmental factors toward the growth can poor quality radiographs (for cephalometric analysis) depend upon how tightly growth is under genetic control. and broken study model that affects the tooth/teeth of It is undoubtedly that genetic control has a significant interest (for malocclusion analysis). The ethical approval influence in facial growth and the effect is more on the for the study was obtained from the Research and Ethical anterior-posterior facial form than vertical facial form. The Committee, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. vertical growth can be influenced by three main possible environmental factors which are mouth breathing, soft CALIBRATION tissue stretching and the structure/function of muscle of The training and calibration of measurements of lateral mastication (Mitchell 2007). cephalometric radiograph and study model were done Malocclusion, on the other hand, is not a disease but before data collection started, where the examiners one end of the spectrum of normal variation. Research were calibrated under supervision of the supervisor suggested that the etiology of the majority of malocclusion and orthodontist as a gold standard. Fifteen lateral is multi-factorial. It can be due to genetically determined cephalometric radiographs were traced and retraced after factors or environmental factors. Commonly it is a two weeks while 20 study models of patient received combination of both inherited and environmental factors orthodontic treatment were examined by each investigator together. It can be recorded qualitatively and quantitatively. to assess for inter-examiner reliability. The two well-known classifications of malocclusion are the Angle and British Standard Institute (BSI) classifications SAMPLE EXAMINATION of incisor relationship (Mitchell 2007). Studies on craniofacial relations and variations in man The method of this study is divided into two major parts, have long been used to differentiate various racial groups in first, assessment of the skeletal pattern by analyzing the physical anthropology. Morphological features of different lateral cephalometric radiographs and second, assessment races and ethnic groups are not randomly distributed but of the malocclusion of the samples by analyzing the study models. appear in geographic clusters (Argyropoulos & Sassouni 1989). However, there is still no study undertaken regarding the cephalometric morphology and dento-alveolar variation THE SKELETAL PATTERN among the Kadazan Dusun population. The skeletal pattern relationship among Kadazan Dusun sample was determined from the patient’s lateral cephalometric radiographs tracing manually using a grid MATERIALS AND METHODS acetate paper that was superimposed on the radiograph. The tracing was carried out in a darkened room using a light SAMPLE SELECTION viewing box to get a clear view of the various landmarks. This study was a retrospective study of record reviews The presence of excess light around the area being traced of the lateral cephalometric radiographs and study was blocked out using black paper with a rectangular hole. models from the year 1998 to early of 2010. The samples In order to facilitate landmark’s identifications, the best were selected through a non-probability convenience medium, the proprietary acetate sheet is used. The acetate sampling procedures from two government dental clinics was oriented in the same position as the patient when the (Luyang Hospital Dental Clinics and Sandakan Hospital radiograph was taken and it is secured onto the film using Dental Clinics) and from two private orthodontic clinics a tape. The landmarks were then marked
Recommended publications
  • A New Dimension of Success in Your Practice
    3D Imaging Family A new dimension of success in your practice dentsplysirona.com CEREC® Diagnosis Treatment Plan Guided Endodontics Airway Functional Orthodontics Integration Implantology Analysis Occlusal & TMD 2/3 Good reasons for 3D With 3D imaging, you have the ideal basis for a new dimension of success in your practice. Best image quality at a low dose and shorter visits—that is what Dentsply Sirona 3D X-ray units provide for your practice. These BETTER benefits provide greater certainty to help make difcult diagnoses Communicate with easier, while providing the opportunity to explore new options for stunning images implantology, endodontics, orthodontics, and more. to your patients Thanks to the 3D Family, Galileos® Comfort Plus, Orthophos® SL 3D and Orthophos XG 3D patients have a better understanding of the diagnosis and accept treatment more readily. It all adds up to efcient clinical workflow that leads to greater practice success. Enjoy every day. With Dentsply Sirona. SAFER Predictable diagnosis and treatment options FASTER Efcient clinical workflow 4/5 More insight More possibilities Your patients are candidates for 3D more often than you think. How severe is the bone atrophy or the periapical lesion? Is the tooth impacted? In all dental disciplines, there are numerous questions that can be answered far more easily using 3D imaging with CBCT. 3D CBCT from Dentsply Sirona ofers clinicians and specialists numerous When does 3D provide more certainty? options for diagnosis, treatment plans, patient consultation—all with a seamless, efcient workflow. This is one way you can expand your range Areas Cases of services and treat more patients at your practice.
    [Show full text]
  • Medically Necessary Orthodontic Treatment – Dental
    UnitedHealthcare® Dental Coverage Guideline Medically Necessary Orthodontic Treatment Guideline Number: DCG003.08 Effective Date: November 1, 2020 Instructions for Use Table of Contents Page Related Medical Policy Coverage Rationale ....................................................................... 1 • Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery Definitions ...................................................................................... 1 Applicable Codes .......................................................................... 3 Description of Services ................................................................. 3 References ..................................................................................... 3 Guideline History/Revision Information ....................................... 4 Instructions for Use ....................................................................... 4 Coverage Rationale Orthodontic treatment is medically necessary when the following criteria have been met: All services must be approved by the plan; and The member is under the age 19 (through age 18, unless the member specific benefit plan document indicates a different age); and Services are related to the treatment of a severe craniofacial deformity that results in a physically Handicapping Malocclusion, including but not limited to the following conditions: o Cleft Lip and/or Cleft Palate; o Crouzon Syndrome/Craniofacial Dysostosis; o Hemifacial Hypertrophy/Congenital Hemifacial Hyperplasia; o Parry-Romberg Syndrome/Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy;
    [Show full text]
  • Research Article
    z Available online at http://www.journalcra.com INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH International Journal of Current Research Vol. 10, Issue, 07, pp.71222-71228, July, 2018 ISSN: 0975-833X RESEARCH ARTICLE THE TONGUE SPEAKS A LOT OF HEALTH. 1,*Dr. Firdous Shaikh, 2Dr. Sonia Sodhi, 3Dr Zeenat Fatema Farooqui and 4Dr. Lata Kale 1PG Student, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, CSMSS Dental College and Hospital, Aurangabad 2Professor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, CSMSS Dental College and Hospital, Aurangabad 3Fatema Farooqui, Chief Medical Officer, Sri Ram Homeopathic Clinic and Research Center, Solapur 4Professor and Head, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, CSMSS Dental College and Hospital, Aurangabad ARTICLE INFO ABSTRACT Article History: Multifunctional organ of the human body without a bone yet strong is the tongue. It mainly consists Received 26th April, 2018 of the functional portion of muscle mass, mucosa, fat and the specialized tissue of taste i.e. the Received in revised form papillae. Diseases may either result from internal/ systemic causes of extrinsic causes like trauma, 14th May, 2018 infection, etc. A new method for classification has been proposed in this review for diseases of Accepted 09th June, 2018 tongue. This review mainly focuses on encompassing almost each aspect that the body reflects via its th Published online 30 July, 2018 mirror in mouth, the tongue. Key Words: Tongue, Diseases of Tongue, Discoloration of Tongue, Oral health, Hairy Tongue. Copyright © 2018, Firdous Shaikh et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
    [Show full text]
  • Medical Science 2321–7367
    ANALYSISANALYSIS ARTICLE 24(106), November - December, 2020 ISSN 2321–7359 EISSN Medical Science 2321–7367 Diagnostic value of five cephalometric analysis in recognition of class I, II, and III sagittal patterns Abdolmohammad Gachkooban1, Mina Moalemnia2 1Assistant Professor, Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. 2Graduate Resident, Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran Corresponding author Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. Email: [email protected] Article History Received: 21 September 2020 Reviewed & Revised: 22/September/2020 to 31/October/2020 Accepted: 31 October 2020 E-publication: 10 November 2020 P-Publication: November - December 2020 Citation Abdolmohammad Gachkooban, Mina Moalemnia. Diagnostic value of five cephalometric analysis in recognition of class I, II, and III sagittal patterns. Medical Science, 2020, 24(106), 4116-4124 Publication License This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. General Note Article is recommended to print as color digital version in recycled paper. ABSTRACT Background and Objective: Controversy exists over superiority of cephalometric analyses in diagnosis of skeletal classes. The aim of the present study was to compare diagnostic value of cephalometric analyses of class I, II, III anteroposterior jaw discrepancies. 4116 Materials and methods: A total of 90 cephalographs (n=90×3) were retrieved from the database of radiological clinic and classified into three study groups: Group I (Class I, n=30), Group II (Class II, n=30), and Group III (Class III, n=30). The cephalographs were Page traced manually.
    [Show full text]
  • Class II Article
    Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists 4 (2015) 40e49 Contents lists available at ScienceDirect Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists journal homepage: www.jwfo.org Case Report A new, no-compliance class II correction strategy using nickel-titanium coil-springs Luca Lombardo a,*, Antonella Carlucci b, Francesca Cervinara c, Giuseppe Siciliani d a Adjunct Professor, Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy b Postgraduate Student, Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy c Private Practice in Bari, Italy d Chairman of Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, Department of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy article info abstract Article history: Background: Correcting Class II malocclusion with Class II elastics or functional appliances requires great Received 15 October 2014 patient collaboration. Here we describe two Class II cases successfully treated with an alternative Received in revised form approach using a fixed device designed to obviate compliance. 27 November 2014 Methods: We fitted specific Class II springs to the bilateral hooks on the stainless steel maxillary and Accepted 3 December 2014 mandibular archwires of a full fixed appliance to correct the Class II malocclusion and to promote Available online 14 February 2015 mandibular growth. Results: The new device brought about full Class I canine and molar relationships in both treated cases Keywords: Class II and improved the maxillomandibular relationship without relying on patient collaboration. Compliance-free Conclusion: Class II springs appear to be a simple, fast, and effective alternative approach to Class II Spring correction, facilitating mandibular growth even in noncompliant patients. Ó 2015 World Federation of Orthodontists.
    [Show full text]
  • Disease/Medical Condition
    Disease/Medical Condition HYPOTHYROIDISM Date of Publication: January 27, 2017 (also known as “underactive thyroid disease”; includes congenital hypothyroidism [also known as “neonatal hypothyroidism”] and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis [also known as “autoimmune thyroiditis”]; may manifest as “cretinism” [if onsets during fetal or early life; also known as “congenital myxedema”] or “myxedema” [if onset occurs in older children and adults]) Is the initiation of non-invasive dental hygiene procedures* contra-indicated? No. ◼ Is medical consult advised? – Yes, if previously undiagnosed hypothyroidism or enlarged (or shrunken) thyroid gland is suspected1, in which case the patient/client should see his/her primary care physician. Detection early in childhood can prevent permanent intellectual impairment. – Yes, if previously diagnosed hypothyroidism is suspected to be undermedicated (with manifest signs/symptoms of hypothyroidism) or overmedicated (with manifest signs/symptoms of hyperthyroidism2), in which case the patient/client should see his/her primary care physician or endocrinologist. Major stress or illness sometimes necessitates an increase in prescribed thyroid hormone. Is the initiation of invasive dental hygiene procedures contra-indicated?** Possibly, depending on the certainty of diagnosis and level of control. ◼ Is medical consult advised? – See above. ◼ Is medical clearance required? – Yes, if undiagnosed or severe hypothyroidism is suspected. ◼ Is antibiotic prophylaxis required? – No. ◼ Is postponing treatment advised? – Yes, if undiagnosed hypothyroidism is suspected (necessitating medical assessment/management) or severe hypothyroidism is suspected (necessitating urgent medical assessment/management in order to avoid risk of myxedema coma). In general, the patient/client with mild symptoms of untreated hypothyroidism is not in danger when receiving dental hygiene therapy, and the well managed (euthyroid) patient/client requires no special regard.
    [Show full text]
  • Orofacial Myology Is a Specialized Professional Discipline That Evaluates and Treats a Variety Of
    What is Orofacial Myology? Orofacial myology is a specialized professional discipline that evaluates and treats a variety of oral and facial (orofacial) muscles, (myo-) postural and functional disorders and oral habits that may disrupt normal dental development and also create cosmetic problems. The principles involved with the evaluation and treatment of orofacial Myofunctional disorders are based upon dental science tenets; however, orofacial Myofunctional therapy is not dental treatment. Myofunctional therapy can be basically described as correcting an oro-facial muscular unbalance, including correction of the position of the tongue at rest and during swallowing. Specific treatments involve establishing and stabilizing normal rest position of the tongue and lips, eliminating deviate (abnormal) oral habits and correcting swallowing patterns when tongue thrusting is involved. Improvements in appearance are observed during and following therapy. What are Myofunctional disorders and how are they corrected? An oral Myofunctional disorder includes a variety of oral habits, postures and functional activities that may open the normal dental bite or may lead to deformation of the dental arches. • Thumb and finger sucking • an open-mouth posture with lips apart • a forward rest posture of the tongue • Tongue thrusting during speaking and swallowing Above mentioned oral habits characterize Myofunctional disorders. Such disorders can lead to a disruption of normal dental development in both children and adults. The consequence of postural and functional variations involving the lips and tongue are associated with dental malocclusion, cosmetic problems, and deformities in the growth of the dental arches. How Prevalent Are Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMD)? Research examining various populations found 38% have orofacial Myofunctional disorders and, as mentioned above, an incidence of 81% has been found in children exhibiting speech/articulation problems.
    [Show full text]
  • The Effectiveness of Frenotomy on Speech in Adults
    applied sciences Article The Effectiveness of Frenotomy on Speech in Adults Anna Lichnowska * and Marcin Kozakiewicz Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, 113th S. Zeromskiego,˙ 90-549 Lodz, Poland; [email protected] * Correspondence: [email protected] Featured Application: The impact of tongue frenulum status in malocclusion is neglected in adults. Orthodontic and/or orthognathic treatment leads to a dental and visual correction of the face but leaves a functional deficiency in the form of a speech disorder. This study highlights the important functional role of the tongue frenulum not only in children but also in adult patients. Evaluation and correction of ankyloglossia should be part of the team treatment of malocclusion and facial skeletal deformities. Abstract: There is no publication concerning tongue-tie (TT) in adults, surprisingly. It is generally known that TT is mainly diagnosed in newborns and infants. It seems unlikely that TT does not cause functional disorders in adults, especially considering that TT has been present in organism since childhood. Thus, there is insufficient information about the influence of TT on adults0 speech production. The purpose of this study was the functional evaluation of lingual frenotomy on tongue mobility and speech in the adult Polish population. Methods: Methods were based on visual observation and examination of the oral cavity accompanied by visual and auditory examination 2 of articulation. X test, Kruskal–Wallis, analysis of variance (ANOVA), and Student’s t-test were used for statistical analyses. Conclusions: Tongue-tie is a serious condition in adults. Implementing 0 Citation: Lichnowska, A.; surgical procedures to treat it improves the tongue s mobility in every direction and improves speech Kozakiewicz, M.
    [Show full text]
  • The Frontal Cephalometric Analysis – the Forgotten Perspective
    CONTINUING EDUCATION The frontal cephalometric analysis – the forgotten perspective Dr. Bradford Edgren delves into the benefits of the frontal analysis hen greeting a person for the first Wtime, we are supposed to make Educational aims and objectives This article aims to discuss the frontal cephalometric analysis and its direct eye contact and smile. But how often advantages in diagnosis. when you meet a person for the first time do you greet them towards the side of the Expected outcomes Correctly answering the questions on page xx, worth 2 hours of CE, will face? Nonetheless, this is generally the only demonstrate the reader can: perspective by which orthodontists routinely • Understand the value of the frontal analysis in orthodontic diagnosis. evaluate their patients radiographically • Recognize how the certain skeletal facial relationships can be detrimental to skeletal patterns that can affect orthodontic and cephalometrically. Rarely is a frontal treatment. radiograph and cephalometric analysis • Realize how frontal analysis is helpful for evaluation of skeletal facial made, even though our first impression of asymmetries. • Identify the importance of properly diagnosing transverse that new patient is from the front, when we discrepancies in all patients; especially the growing patient. greet him/her for the first time. • Realize the necessity to take appropriate, updated records on all A patient’s own smile assessment transfer patients. is made in the mirror, from the facial perspective. It is also the same perspective by which he/she will ultimately decide cephalometric analysis. outcomes. Furthermore, skeletal lingual if orthodontic treatment is a success Since all orthodontic patients are three- crossbite patterns are not just limited to or a failure.
    [Show full text]
  • Cephalometric Evaluation of Vertical Dimension of Occlusion in Varying Malocclusions
    Published online: 2019-10-18 THIEME Original Article 81 Cephalometric Evaluation of Vertical Dimension of Occlusion in Varying Malocclusions Isha Aggarwal1 Anindita Mallik1, Sanjay Mittal1 Mandeep Bhullar1 Divya Singla1 Merry Goyal1 1Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Bhojia Address for correspondence Anindita Mallik, Room No. 409, Dental College, Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, India Girls Hostel, Bhojia Dental College and Hospital, Baddi 173205, Himachal Pradesh, India (e-mail: [email protected]). Dent J Adv Stud 2019;7:81–86 Abstract Introduction The aim of modern cephalometrics is to evaluate the relationship of skeletal and dental functional units of the face and to implement treatment to estab- lish the position of the units horizontally and vertically. Establishing a correct occlusal vertical dimension is considered one of the most important aspects of facial esthetics for patients in need of orthodontic treatment. Aim The aim of this study is to evaluate the vertical dimension of occlusion in varying dental malocclusions in Solan population. Materials and Methods The sample consisted of pretreatment lateral cephalograms of 100 patients (50 Class I and 50 Class II div 1), aged 15 to 30 years; six angular and one linear parameters were measured to determine the vertical dimension of occlusion. Results All the parameters (Frankfort-mandibular plane angle [FMA], Occl/Frankfort horizontal plane [FHA], angle of Y-axis, Occl/SN, GoGn/SN, and ANS-Me) were found to be decreased in Class I than in Class II div 1 malocclusion except (ANS-Xi-Pm). All the parameters were found to be statistically significant (p < 0.05) when compared between groups.
    [Show full text]
  • Ankyloglossia and Oral Frena Consensus Statement
    Acknowledgments The Australian Dental Association, in association with an expert multidisciplinary panel of health professionals has developed the Ankyloglossia and Oral Frena Consensus Statement to provide evidence-based recommendations to guide best practice in caring for individuals with short, tight labial and lingual frena and ankyloglossia. Working group members are acknowledged below. Expert working group members Chair Dr Mihiri Silva (Paediatric Dentist) BDSc, MDSc, DCD (Paediatric Dentistry), PhD Australasian Academy of Paediatric Dentistry Dr Kareen Mekertichian (Paediatric Dentist) (AAPD) BDS, MDSc, FRACDS, MRACDS (Paed Dent), FICD, FPFA Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) Dr Russell Mottram (Chiropractor) B.App.Sc (Chiropractic) Australian College of Midwives (ACM) Ms Lois Wattis (Clinical Midwife and IBCLC) BNurs, PGradDipMidwifery, FACM, IBCLC Australian College of Midwives (ACM) Ms Michelle Simmons (Clinical Midwife Consultant, Westmead) MNurs, IBCLC Australian Dental Association (ADA) Prof Laurence Walsh (Specialist in Special Needs Dentistry) BDSc, PhD, DDSc, GCEd, FRACDS, FFOP (RCPA) Australian Dental Association (ADA) Dr Philippa Sawyer (Paediatric Dentist) BDS (USyd), MA (Sports Studies) (UTS), GradCertPedDent (NYU) PGCertHEd (MQU), Master of Early Childhood (MQU), FICD, FAAPD, FIADT Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Australian Dental Association (ADA) Ms Eithne Irving Deputy CEO & Policy General Manager RN, Grad Dip Neuroscience, MBA Australian Dental Association (ADA) Dr Mikaela Chinotti (Dentist) Oral Health Promoter BDS, MPH Australian Dental & Oral Health Therapists' Ms Nicole Stormon (Oral Health Therapist) Association (ADOHTA) BOH, AFHEA Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral and A/Prof David Sherring (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon) Maxillofacial Surgeons (ANZAOMS) MBBS, BDS, DClinDent, FRACDS (OMS) President ANZAOMS (2017-2019) Lactation Consultants of Australia & New Zealand Ms Heather Gale (IBCLC, Registered Nurse and Midwife) (LCANZ) IBCLC/RN/RM/Post grad.
    [Show full text]
  • 2016-Chapter-143-Oropharyngeal-Growth-And-Malformations-PPSM-6E-1.Pdf
    To protect the rights of the author(s) and publisher we inform you that this PDF is an uncorrected proof for internal business use only by the author(s), editor(s), reviewer(s), Elsevier and typesetter Toppan Best-set. It is not allowed to publish this proof online or in print. This proof copy is the copyright property of the publisher and is confidential until formal publication. Chapter c00143 Oropharyngeal Growth and Skeletal Malformations 143 Stacey Dagmar Quo; Benjamin T. Pliska; Nelly Huynh Chapter Highlights p0010 • Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is marked by manifestations has not been determined. The varying degrees of collapsibility of the length and volume of the airway increase until pharyngeal airway. The hard tissue boundaries the age of 20 years, at which time there is a of the airway dictate the size and therefore the variable period of stability, followed by a slow responsiveness of the muscles that form this decrease in airway size after the fifth decade of part of the upper airway. Thus, the airway is life. The possibility of addressing the early forms shaped not only by the performance of the of this disease with the notions of intervention pharyngeal muscles to stimulation but also by and prevention can change the landscape the surrounding skeletal framework. of care. u0015 • The upper and lower jaws are key components • Correction of specific skeletal anatomic u0025 of the craniofacial skeleton and the deficiencies can improve or eliminate SDB determinants of the anterior wall of the upper symptoms in both children and adults. It is airway. The morphology of the jaws can be possible that the clinician may adapt or modify negatively altered by dysfunction of the upper the growth expression, although the extent of airway during growth and development.
    [Show full text]