Common Problems
Orthodontic Quick Check
Step One: Examine each ARCH.
Ideal Upper Arch
Ideal Lower Arch
 
 
Excessive Spacing
Crowding
 
 
Missing Teeth
Inncorrect Angulations
 
 
Rotations
Submerged Primary Teeth
 
 
 
Step Two: Examine the RELATIONSHIPS of the maxillary teeth to the mandibular teeth (biting together)
Ideal frontal view
Ideal Lateral View
 
 
Excessive Overbite
Excessive Overjet
 
 
Openbite
Crossbite
 
 
 
Step Three: Examine the FACE and the profile.
Class II
Class I
Class III