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Orthodontic aligners treatment: Designing Problems

  Design 1 1. Segmentation Problems : The treatment plan exhibited significant segmentation issues. 2. Alignment & Leveling Woes : There were noticeable problems with the alignment and leveling of the upper anterior teeth. This was particularly evident in both the occlusal and submento-vertex views, indicating a need for better planning and execution. 3. Inadequate Arch Shape : The arch shape deviated from the ideal U-shape, which could negatively impact the patient's bite and overall function. This aspect requires immediate attention to ensure proper occlusion. 4. Attachment Issues : The positioning and thickness of attachments were inadequate, particularly on the upper left canine, where the doctor specifically requested no attachment placement. This could lead to ineffective tooth movement and discomfort for the patient. 5. Class III Elastic Mismanagement : The use of Class III elastics on the left side for over three months was a significant oversight. This prolonged applic...

Tempromandibular Dysfunction Cases - ORTHODONTICS

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  if you are intersted in this article please follow for more readings https://myorthodonticsblogg.blogspot.com/     ๐Ÿ‘ˆ๐Ÿป Case 1   1-      A 19-year-old female college student reported to the dental office complaining of a generalized muscle soreness on the left side of her face. The pain was accentuated with chewing. It had been present for approximately 1 week. In discussing the problem, she revealed that this type of pain had been present on several other occasions, 2, 6, and 8 months ago. She did not report any noticeable change in her occlusion but felt that the pain did limit her mandibular opening. Further questioning revealed that each of the three episodes of pain, as well as this episode, accompanied her college examinations. The clinical examination revealed tenderness of the right and left masseters (score, 1) and the left temporalis (score, 1) muscles. Functional manipulation of the left inferior lateral pterygoid provoke...

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