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A safety adaptation to Interlandi headgear
P A Mossey1, J F Hodgkins, P Williams
1Orthodontic Department, Glasgow Dental Hospital & School.
British Journal of Orthodontics
|May 1, 1991
Summary
Extra-oral traction (E.O.T.) with facebows can cause injury if the facebow dislodges. A simple device is described to prevent dislodgement, enhancing patient safety during orthodontic treatment.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Extra-oral traction (E.O.T.) is commonly used with various orthodontic appliances.
- The Interlandi headgear is a popular method for applying elastic force in E.O.T.
- Removable facebows, essential for E.O.T., pose a risk of dislodgement and potential injury.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a simple device to prevent facebow dislodgement during orthodontic treatment.
- To enhance the safety of patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with extra-oral traction.
Main Methods:
- A simple, easily constructed device is presented.
- The device is designed for incorporation into existing E.O.T. setups.
Main Results:
- The described device effectively prevents facebow dislodgement from intra-oral attachments.
- Implementation of the device significantly improves patient safety.
Conclusions:
- A novel, simple device enhances safety in orthodontic extra-oral traction.
- Preventing facebow dislodgement is crucial for patient well-being during orthodontic therapy.