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Modified Angle's Classification for Primary Dentition
Kaushik Narendra Chandranee1, Narendra Jayantilal Chandranee2, Devendra Nagpal2
1Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, VSPM's Dental College and Research Centre, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
Contemporary Clinical Dentistry
|January 13, 2018
Summary
A modified Angle
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Dental Morphology
Background:
- Angle's classification is a standard for permanent dentition.
- A modified system is needed for accurate primary dentition assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a modified Angle's classification for primary dentition.
- To evaluate its applicability in Central Indian children.
Main Methods:
- A modified Angle's classification using Roman numerals (i, ii, iii) was proposed.
- A cross-sectional study of 2000 preschool children (3-6 years) in Nagpur, India was conducted.
Main Results:
- 93.35% of children exhibited bilateral Class I molar relationships.
- Bilateral Class II (2.5%) and Class III (0.2%) molar relationships were observed.
- Variations in Class II (3.75%) and Class III (0.2%) relationships were noted.
Conclusions:
- The modified Angle's classification is applicable to primary dentition.
- Further validation in diverse populations is recommended for routine clinical use.