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Update on the Wits appraisal.

A Jacobson1

  • 1Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Birmingham, AL 35294.

The Angle Orthodontist
|July 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary
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This review examines the Wits appraisal, a method for assessing anteroposterior apical base relationships in orthodontics, since its 1975 inception. It discusses the application and evolution of this diagnostic tool in clinical practice.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthodontics and Dental Imaging
  • Cephalometric Analysis

Background:

  • The Wits appraisal, introduced in 1975, provides a method for evaluating anteroposterior apical base relationships.
  • Understanding these relationships is crucial for accurate orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diverse applications of the Wits appraisal.
  • To analyze its utility in assessing skeletal discrepancies since its development.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies utilizing the Wits appraisal.
  • Analysis of cephalometric data and clinical case reports.

Main Results:

  • The Wits appraisal has been widely applied in various orthodontic contexts.
  • Its effectiveness in diagnosing anteroposterior jaw discrepancies is supported by numerous studies.

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Conclusions:

  • The Wits appraisal remains a valuable tool in orthodontic diagnosis.
  • Continued application and refinement of the Wits appraisal contribute to improved treatment outcomes.