Orthodontic Treatment Process Flashcards
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What is 'debonding' in orthodontic treatment?
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.
What imaging tool do orthodontists use to view roots and bone structure before treatment?
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.
What is a 'panoramic X-ray' used for in orthodontics?
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.
What does 'overcorrection' mean in orthodontic treatment?
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.
Which specialist is specifically trained to diagnose and treat teeth and jaw misalignment?
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.
What is a 'power chain' used for in orthodontic treatment?
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.