Orthodontics

Space Gaining Methods Write a short note on the expansion of arches for space gaining in orthodontics. Answer. Expansion of arches is a noninvasive method of gaining space. It is usually undertaken in patients having constricted maxillary arch or in patients with unilateral or bilateral crossbit e. Expansion can either be skeletal or longitudinal skeletal expansion, … [Read more...] about Space Gaining Methods

Frankel Functional Appliance Write short note on Frankel appliance. Or Write short note on Frankel functional regulator. Answer. "Understanding the role of the Frankel functional appliance in orthodontics" Frankel Appliance Function regulator or function corrector appliance was developed by Rolf-Frankel. This is also called Frankel appliance, vestibular … [Read more...] about Frankel Functional Appliance

Modified Oral Screen Write short note on oral screen. Or Write briefly on oral screen. Answer. Oral screen is a simple functional appliance that takes the form of a curved shield of acrylic placed in labial vestibule. "Understanding the role of modified oral screens in orthodontic treatment: Q&A explained" "Importance of studying modified oral screens for … [Read more...] about Modified Oral Screen

Bionator Write short note on Bionator.  Answer. Bionator is a myofunctional appliance. Bionator was developed by “Wilham Balters“. Bionator is less bulky than activator and can be worn all the time except during meals. "Understanding the role of the Bionator in correcting malocclusions" Philosophy of Bionator According to “BaIters”: The equilibrium … [Read more...] about Bionator

Denholtz Appliance Question 1. Write short note on Denholtz appliance. Answer. When the lip bumpers are used in the maxillary arch such an appliance is called as Denholtz appliance. The lip bumper can be custom made using 0.9 mm hard round stainless steel wire. "Understanding the role of the Denholtz appliance in orthodontic treatment" Uses They are used to … [Read more...] about Denholtz Appliance