Chapter 60 Flashcards

Front

What is class I occlusion?

Back

It is normal occlusion.

Front

During the frontal evaluation of facial esthetics, why is the face examined?

Back

To examine for bilateral symmetry

Front

When taking photographs, the full direct view includes what?

Back

Intraoral view, with all teeth in occlusion

Front

Which radiograph is most commonly exposed on an orthodontic patient?

Back

Cephalometric projection

Front

Orthodontic fixed appliances are also known as what?

Back

Braces

Front

What is the most common type of attachment for fixed appliances?

Back

Bonded bracket

Front

What is the name for the stainless steel wires that hold the dental arch wires in place?

Back

Ligature ties

Front

Which statement is correct about sticky candy and gum use during orthodontic treatment?

Back

It loosens bands, pulls out ligature ties, and bends arch wires.

Front

In orthodontics, which radiographic image is taken to study and make measurements of the skull and analyze growth patterns?

Back

Cephalometric

Front

What is stretched around the orthodontic bracket to ligate the arch wire?

Back

Elastomeric ligatures