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Myofunctional Appliances Question 1. What are the myofunctional appliances? Describe the indications, contraindications and mode of action of “Activator”. Or What are the functional appliances? Give advantages and disadvantages of activators. Or Write short note on activator. Or Classify functional appliances. Describe in detail the activator and its philosophy of … [Read more...] about Myofunctional Appliances Question And Answers

Arch Expansion As a Method Of Gaining Space Question 1. What are the various methods of gaining space in orthodontics? Describe in detail rapid maxillary expansion. Or Enumerate the various methods of gaining space in orthodontics. Describe rapid maxillary expansion in detail. Or Enumerate methods of gaining space during orthodontics treatment. Describe rapid maxillary … [Read more...] about Arch Expansion As Method Of Gaining Space Question And Answers

Skeletal Maturity Indicators "What are Fishman’s Skeletal Maturity Indicators and why do they matter?"  Leonard S Fishman in 1982 had proposed this system. Fishman had used four anatomical sites, i.e. location on thumb, third figer, fit figer and radius. Eleven discrete adolescent skeletal maturity indicators covering entire period of adolescent development are … [Read more...] about Fishman’s Skeletal Maturity Indicators in Orthodontics

Model Analysis Question 1. Write a short note on Nance's analysis. Answer. "Steps to explain different types of orthodontic model analysis: Manual vs digital: Q&A guide" Carey’s analysis helps in determining the extent of the discrepancy. Many malocclusions occur as a result of a discrepancy between arch length and tooth material. It is performed on a lower … [Read more...] about Orthodontics Model Analysis Question And Answers

Tissue Changes During Orthodontic Tooth Movements The histological or tissue changes incidental to orthodontic treatment are explained under the following headings: Tissue changes at the pressure zone. Tissue changes at the tension zone. Tissue changes in other areas, i.e. pulp, dentin, cementum, gingiva, and TMJ. "Understanding the role of tissue changes in … [Read more...] about Tissue Changes During Orthodontic Tooth Movements