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Orthodontics and Malocclusion Quiz

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is Mesioversion?

a)

Tooth over-erupted.

b)

Tooth positioned more distal than normal.

c)

Tooth not fully erupted.

d)

Tooth positioned more mesial than normal.

2.

Which of the following is a cause of malocclusion?

a)

Wearing braces.

b)

Regular dental check-ups.

c)

Trauma affecting the teeth or jaw.

d)

Consistent brushing and flossing.

3.

What characterizes an Open Bite?

a)

Anterior teeth fail to meet; posterior teeth occlude.

b)

Excessive vertical overlap of incisors.

c)

Reverse bite of incisors.

d)

Increased horizontal distance between incisors.

4.

What is the goal of Preventive Orthodontics?

a)

To eliminate malocclusion.

b)

To preserve the integrity of normal occlusion.

c)

To reduce existing malocclusions.

d)

To facilitate faster tooth movement.

5.

Which orthodontic appliance is used for maintaining tooth position?

a)

Palatal Expanders.

b)

Hawley Appliance.

c)

Invisalign.

d)

Lingual Braces.

6.

What does the term 'Infraversion' refer to?

a)

Tooth over-erupted.

b)

Tooth positioned toward the tongue.

c)

Tooth not fully erupted.

d)

Tooth rotated on its axis.

7.

Which of the following is a type of malocclusion?

a)

Deep Overbite.

b)

Normal Occlusion.

c)

Perfect Alignment.

d)

Straight Teeth.

8.

What is the purpose of a Temporary Anchoring Device (TAD)?

a)

To anchor teeth during movement.

b)

To correct growth patterns.

c)

To maintain tooth position.

d)

To widen the upper jaw.

9.

What does 'Torque' in orthodontics refer to?

a)

Moving teeth bodily.

b)

Moving teeth into the alveolus.

c)

Moving the root without moving the crown.

d)

Changing tooth position upright.

10.

Which method is used in Corrective Orthodontics?

a)

Caries correction.

b)

Using various appliances and forces.

c)

Muscle exercises.

d)

Space maintainers.

11.

What is the first step in diagnosing malocclusion?

a)

Clinical Examination.

b)

Medical and Dental History.

c)

Radiographs.

d)

Photographs.

12.

What is a characteristic of Distoversion?

a)

Tooth not fully erupted.

b)

Tooth positioned more distal than normal.

c)

Tooth positioned more mesial than normal.

d)

Tooth positioned toward the tongue.

13.

What type of braces are placed on the tongue side of the teeth?

a)

Invisalign.

b)

Hawley Appliance.

c)

Lingual Braces.

d)

Metal Bands.

14.

What is the purpose of using Radiographs in diagnosis?

a)

To assess growth projections.

b)

To inspect and chart teeth.

c)

To create study models.

d)

For treatment planning.

15.

What does 'Transversion' refer to?

a)

Tooth rotated on its axis.

b)

Tooth positioned toward the lips.

c)

Tooth in the wrong order.

d)

Tooth over-erupted.