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Mandibular position in class III malocclusion.

W J Kerr1, T R TenHave

  • 1Glasgow Dental Hospital and School.

British Journal of Orthodontics
|November 1, 1988
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Class III malocclusion, involving overbite and lingual incisor occlusion, may stem from both mandibular overclosure and anterior displacement. Overclosure appears to be a more significant factor in its development.

Area of Science:

  • Orthodontics
  • Craniofacial Morphology
  • Dental Radiology

Background:

  • Class III malocclusion is characterized by specific dental and skeletal features.
  • Understanding the etiological factors is crucial for effective orthodontic treatment planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the roles of mandibular overclosure and anterior displacement in the development of Class III malocclusion.
  • To compare the significance of these factors in a treated cohort versus a control group.

Main Methods:

  • Lateral skull radiographs of 66 subjects with Class III malocclusion were analyzed.
  • Radiographs taken before and after treatment were compared to a control group.
  • Vertical, horizontal, and oblique measurements were used to assess skeletal relationships.

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Main Results:

  • Both mandibular overclosure and anterior displacement were found to contribute to Class III malocclusion.
  • Mandibular overclosure demonstrated a more general significance in the etiology compared to anterior displacement.

Conclusions:

  • Class III malocclusion etiology involves multiple skeletal factors.
  • Mandibular overclosure is a prominent factor in the development of Class III malocclusion.