Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Tooth Anatomy

Tooth Anatomy

The human tooth enables us to eat a variety of foods, speak clearly, and even aid in shaping our faces. Teeth are composed of various elements that work together. Here's a detailed look at the anatomy of a human tooth.
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or grinding food.

Teeth

Teeth

The formation of teeth, also known as odontogenesis, is a complex process that begins in utero, around the sixth week of embryonic development. There are three stages to this process: the bud stage, the cap stage, and the bell stage.
In the bud stage, the tooth germ (an aggregation of cells) starts to form in the developing jawbone. During the cap stage, the tooth germ differentiates into enamel organ, dental papilla, and dental sac, which will later develop into the tooth's enamel, dentin and...

Assessment of the Mouth

Assessment of the Mouth

A thorough mouth assessment, including inspection and palpation of the lips, gums, tongue, tonsils, uvula, and pharynx, is crucial in detecting potential health issues. Diseases ranging from oral cancer to systemic conditions like diabetes could be identified early through careful oral examination. This article provides a detailed guide on conducting a comprehensive mouth assessment.
Mouth Inspection
The inspection begins with visually examining the mouth for symmetry, color, and size.

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Effect of gradually increasing force magnitude on the rate of canine retraction: a split mouth randomized controlled trial.

BMC oral health·2026

Same author

Patient satisfaction following orthodontic treatment and its association with ABO Model Grading System: a cross-sectional study.

BMC oral health·2026

Same author

Performance of four chatbots versus orthodontists in answering multiple-choice questions in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.

Journal of the World federation of orthodontists·2025

Same author

Temporomandibular joint osseous characteristics in skeletal short and long facial types with and without temporomandibular disorders: A three-dimensional comparative study.

Journal of cranio-maxillo-facial surgery : official publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery·2025

Same author

Positional and dimensional temporomandibular joint osseous changes in patients treated with the forsus fatigue resistant device: a non-randomized clinical trial.

Clinical oral investigations·2025

Same author

Evaluation of anchorage loss after en masse retraction in orthodontic patients with maxillary protrusion using friction vs frictionless mechanics: randomized clinical trial.

The Angle orthodontist·2024

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 18, 2026

The Establishment of a Murine Maxillary Orthodontic Model

The Establishment of a Murine Maxillary Orthodontic Model

Published on: October 27, 2023

Deep overbite malocclusion: analysis of the underlying components.

Mostafa M El-Dawlatly¹, Mona M Salah Fayed, Yehya A Mostafa

¹Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Cairo University, Egypt.

American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics : Official Publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, Its Constituent Societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics

|September 25, 2012

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Deepbite malocclusion is linked to an exaggerated curve of Spee and a decreased gonial angle. Identifying these components aids in personalized treatment for better patient outcomes.

More Related Videos

Treatment of Facial Deformities using 3D Planning and Printing of Patient-Specific Implants

Treatment of Facial Deformities using 3D Planning and Printing of Patient-Specific Implants

Published on: May 23, 2020

Measuring Maxillary Posterior Tooth Movement: A Model Assessment using Palatal and Dental Superimposition

Measuring Maxillary Posterior Tooth Movement: A Model Assessment using Palatal and Dental Superimposition

Published on: February 23, 2024

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

The Establishment of a Murine Maxillary Orthodontic Model

The Establishment of a Murine Maxillary Orthodontic Model

Published on: October 27, 2023

Treatment of Facial Deformities using 3D Planning and Printing of Patient-Specific Implants

Treatment of Facial Deformities using 3D Planning and Printing of Patient-Specific Implants

Published on: May 23, 2020

Measuring Maxillary Posterior Tooth Movement: A Model Assessment using Palatal and Dental Superimposition

Measuring Maxillary Posterior Tooth Movement: A Model Assessment using Palatal and Dental Superimposition

Published on: February 23, 2024

Area of Science:

Orthodontics
Dental Morphology
Cephalometrics

Background:

Deepbite malocclusion is a complex condition, not a disease, stemming from underlying skeletal and dental discrepancies.
Understanding the specific components contributing to deepbite is crucial for effective treatment planning.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the skeletal and dental factors contributing to deepbite malocclusion.
To determine the significance and correlations of these components.

Main Methods:

Analysis of lateral cephalometric radiographs and study models from 124 deepbite patients.
Statistical analysis of dental and skeletal measurements.

Main Results:

An exaggerated curve of Spee was the most frequent dental component (78%).
A decreased gonial angle was the most common skeletal component (37.1%).
A strong positive correlation was observed between ramus/Frankfort horizontal angle and gonial angle.

Conclusions:

Exaggerated curve of Spee and decreased gonial angle are primary contributors to deepbite.
Component analysis enables individualized mechanotherapies, moving beyond standardized approaches for deepbite malocclusion.