Dental Braces Orthodontic Treatment Process 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is 'debonding' in orthodontic treatment?
- Removal of brackets from the teeth at the end of treatment (Correct answer)
- Adding new brackets mid-treatment
- Replacing a broken bracket
- Tightening the archwire
Correct answer: Removal of brackets from the teeth at the end of treatment
Debonding is the procedure where the orthodontist removes all brackets and residual adhesive from the teeth when braces treatment is complete.
Question 2: What imaging tool do orthodontists use to view roots and bone structure before treatment?
- Cephalometric X-ray (Correct answer)
- CT scan only
- Ultrasound
- MRI
Correct answer: Cephalometric X-ray
A cephalometric (lateral skull) X-ray gives orthodontists a side view of the entire skull to analyze jaw relationships and tooth root positions.
Question 3: What is a 'panoramic X-ray' used for in orthodontics?
- To view all teeth and jaw in a single image (Correct answer)
- To measure bite force
- To check for cavities only
- To scan soft tissue
Correct answer: To view all teeth and jaw in a single image
A panoramic X-ray captures the entire mouth — all teeth, roots, and jaws — in one wide image, helping orthodontists spot impacted teeth and bone issues.
Question 4: What does 'overcorrection' mean in orthodontic treatment?
- Moving teeth slightly beyond the final position to account for relapse (Correct answer)
- Applying too much force accidentally
- Leaving braces on too long without monitoring
- Placing brackets too high on teeth
Correct answer: Moving teeth slightly beyond the final position to account for relapse
Overcorrection is intentionally moving teeth slightly past the ideal position so that when some relapse occurs, they settle into the correct alignment.
Question 5: Which specialist is specifically trained to diagnose and treat teeth and jaw misalignment?
- Orthodontist (Correct answer)
- General dentist
- Periodontist
- Endodontist
Correct answer: Orthodontist
An orthodontist is a dental specialist who completes 2–3 years of additional residency training beyond dental school to focus on correcting misaligned teeth and jaws.
Question 6: What is a 'power chain' used for in orthodontic treatment?
- To close gaps between teeth (Correct answer)
- To expand the palate
- To hold the retainer in place
- To reduce pain after adjustments
Correct answer: To close gaps between teeth
A power chain is a continuous chain of elastic rings attached to brackets to apply steady pressure that closes spaces between teeth faster.
Dental Braces Orthodontic Treatment Process 2
What is 'debonding' in orthodontic treatment?