{"id":255,"date":"2015-07-06T15:40:14","date_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:40:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.viennapleasantdental.com\/?page_id=255"},"modified":"2015-07-06T15:40:14","modified_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:40:14","slug":"orthodontic-dictionary","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/procedures\/orthodontics\/orthodontic-dictionary\/","title":{"rendered":"Orthodontic Dictionary"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"content\">\n<div id=\"StylizedImage\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/styles.prosites.com\/litesite\/2018\/GenedImages\/Stylized\/s_Orthodontics-2046243307.jpg\" id=\"ctl00_ImageFlareStylized1_ImageFlareStylized1\">\n        <\/div>\n<p>    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/\/&lt;![CDATA[\nSys.WebForms.PageRequestManager._initialize('ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$sm', 'aspnetForm', [], [], [], 90, 'ctl00');\n\/\/]]&gt;\n<\/script><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Item_Name\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_PageServiceLineItemName\">\n<div style=\"float:left\"><span id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_Pagename\">Orthodontic Dictionary<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"float:right\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Group_Items\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The following are the most commonly used&nbsp;terms&nbsp;in orthodontics.&nbsp; If you have any questions about orthodontics or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact our office.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Anterior Teeth:<\/strong> The upper and lower six front teeth on each arch. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Appliance:<\/strong> Any orthodontic device which moves or retains teeth. &nbsp;Appliances may also alter the positioning of the jaw. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Arch:<\/strong> The entire upper or lower jaw. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Archwire:<\/strong> The metal wire that connects orthodontic brackets.&nbsp; This wire guides the teeth into their new alignment. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Band with bracket:<\/strong> Metal bands (rings) that are generally cemented around the back teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Braces:<\/strong> Fixed orthodontic appliances designed to align teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Brackets:<\/strong> The tiny metal, ceramic or clear brackets that are affixed to each individual tooth on the arch. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Brushing:<\/strong> This is a crucial part of home dental care.&nbsp; Orthodontists recommend those wearing braces to brush after every meal and snack to eliminate bacteria and plaque. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Buccal:<\/strong> The outer (cheek) side of posterior teeth in the lower and upper arches. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Cephalometric Radiograph:<\/strong>&nbsp;A side X-ray of the face and head used to show growth and development. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Chain:<\/strong> Elastics connected together and placed around the brackets to stabilize the archwire and gently close spaces. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Class I Malocclusion:<\/strong> Molars are correctly aligned, but there is an anterior\/posterior crossbite, an openbite or overcrowding on the arches. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Class II Malocclusion:<\/strong> Also known as an overbite.&nbsp; The upper front teeth are positioned further forward than the lower teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Class III Malocclusion:<\/strong> Also known as an underbite.&nbsp; The lower front teeth are positioned further forward than the upper front teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Closed Bite:<\/strong> The upper front teeth completely overlap the bottom teeth causing a deep overbite. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Congenitally Missing Teeth:<\/strong> Some permanent teeth fail to develop and erupt due to genetic factors. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Crossbite:<\/strong> A malocclusion in which the upper back teeth bite inside or outside the lower back teeth, or the lower front teeth bite in front of the upper front teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>De-banding:<\/strong> The removal of orthodontic bands from the teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>De-bonding:<\/strong> The removal of affixed orthodontic brackets from the teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Diagnostic Records:<\/strong> Records used to assess, plan and implement treatments.&nbsp; These records usually include medical and dental history, radiographs, panoramic radiographs, bite molds and intraoral\/extraoral photographs. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Digital Radiograph:<\/strong>&nbsp;Digital X-rays of the teeth which can be viewed, stored, and transmitted via computer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Elastics:<\/strong> Some braces may require that elastic rubber bands be attached to exert additional pressure to an individual tooth or a group of teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Eruption:<\/strong> The way in which teeth surface through the gums inside the mouth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Fixed Orthodontic Appliances:<\/strong> Orthodontic appliances which are affixed to the teeth by the orthodontist and cannot be removed by the patient. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Flossing:<\/strong> An essential part of home care that removes debris and plaque from above and below the gumline. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Functional Appliances:<\/strong> Orthodontic appliances that use the muscle movement created by swallowing, eating and speaking to gently move and align the teeth and jaws. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Gingiva:<\/strong> The gums and soft tissue around the teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Headgear:<\/strong> A removable appliance comprised of a brace and external archwire.&nbsp; This device modifies growth and promotes tooth movement. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Impressions:<\/strong> Teeth impressions are taken to allow the orthodontist to see exactly how a patient\u2019s teeth fit together. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Interceptive Treatment:<\/strong> Treatment performed on children who have a mixture of adult and baby teeth.&nbsp; Early treatment can help reduce the need for major orthodontic treatment in the future. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Invisalign<sup>&reg;<\/sup>:<\/strong> A newer, removable type of dental aligner that is completely transparent and doesn\u2019t interfere with eating because it\u2019s removable.&nbsp; Not all patients are candidates for Invisalign<sup>&reg;<\/sup>. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Ligating Modules:<\/strong> An elastic donut-shaped ring which helps secure the archwire to the bracket. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Ligation:<\/strong> Securing the archwire to the brackets. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Lingual Side:<\/strong> The side of the teeth (in both arches) that is closest to the tongue. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Malocclusion:<\/strong> Literally means \u201cbad bite\u201d in Latin, and refers to teeth that do not fit together correctly. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Mandible:<\/strong> The lower jaw. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Maxilla:<\/strong> The upper jaw. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Mouthguard:<\/strong> A removable plastic or rubber device that protects teeth and braces from sporting injuries. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Open Bite:<\/strong> Upper and lower teeth fail to make contact with each other. &nbsp;This malocclusion is generally classified as anterior or posterior. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Orthodontics:<\/strong> The unique branch of dentistry concerned with diagnosing, preventing and correcting malocclusions and jaw irregularities. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Orthodontist:<\/strong> A dental specialist who prevents, diagnoses and treats jaw irregularities and malocclusions.&nbsp; Orthodontists must complete two or three additional years of college after dental school and complete a residency program. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Palatal Expander:<\/strong> A removable or fixed device designed to expand the palate in order create room on either the upper or lower arch. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Panoramic Radiograph:<\/strong>&nbsp;An extraoral (external) X-ray that shows the teeth and jaws. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Plaque:<\/strong> The sticky film of saliva, food particles and bacteria that contributes to gum disease and tooth decay. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Posterior Teeth:<\/strong> Back teeth. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Removable Appliance:<\/strong> An orthodontic brace or device that can be removed at will by the patient. &nbsp;It must be worn for the designated amount of time each day to be effective. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Separators:<\/strong> A wire loop or elastic ring placed between the teeth to create room for the subsequent placement of bands or orthodontic appliance. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Space Maintainer:<\/strong> A fixed appliance used to hold space for permanent (adult) tooth.&nbsp; This is usually used when a baby tooth has been lost earlier than anticipated. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Wax:<\/strong> Orthodontic relief wax is a home care remedy used to alleviate irritations caused by braces. <\/p>\n<p>    <strong>Wires:<\/strong> Attached to the brackets to gently move the teeth into proper alignment. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\n        <input type=\"button\" onclick=\"document.location.href='\/procedures\/orthodontics\/'\" value=\"&lt;&lt;\" class=\"Button\" onmouseout=\"this.className='Button'\" onmouseover=\"this.className='ButtonHover'\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_btnBack\" name=\"ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$btnBack\"><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Orthodontic Dictionary The following are the most commonly used&nbsp;terms&nbsp;in orthodontics.&nbsp; If you have any questions about orthodontics or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact our office. Anterior Teeth: The upper and lower six front teeth on each arch. 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