Functional appliances: The activator and the functional regulator- A review
Journal Title: Progress in Health Sciences - Year 2014, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
n this review of literature we are discussing the effects of functional appliances on the dentofacial structures in the treatment of Class II malocclusions. Despite recent questions on the effectiveness of early treatment, it is generally recognized that the use of growth modification still has a place in modern orthodontic practices. The aim of this review is to study growth modification of the mandible by two appliances: the activator and the functional regulator. Mechanism of action, design, effect on dentofacial structures, etc. of activator and the functional regulators are discussed here. Regardless of the appliance used, there are a large amount of variations in individual patient response to treatment. A second stage of treatment with a fixed appliance is necessary in most cases to ensure proper alignment and interdigitation of the dentition. Regardless of the appliance used, the success of treatment is dependent on patient cooperation.
Authors and Affiliations
R Kishnani, S Uppal, G Patel, A Acharya, P Metha
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP75312
- DOI -
- Views 96
- Downloads 0
Dilemmas on confidentiality of people with mental health problems
It is a general principle that when so highly sensitive and personal information is shared by the patient with the therapist should be kept secret and confidential. In this study is given a critical discussion about the...
Mobile phone owners' health behaviors
Introduction: The consistently growing number of mobile phone users has contributed to increasing interest in the effects of mobile phones on human health. Purpose: To assess the preferred health behaviors of mobile phon...
Stem cells are the hope of modern stomatology
Introduction: Stem cells are often hailed as the medicine of the 21st century. They provide us with potential tools to effectively counteract not only diseases, but even aging. For stomatology, stem cells are the technol...
Nutritional habits in the elderly
Introduction: Aging is accompanied by several physiological and psychological changes in the organism of an individual (e.g., decreased sense of taste and smell, disruption of satiety, depression), which affect the nutri...
Evaluation of the students’ knowledge about sunbed and solar radiation
Introduction: In Poland, the incidence of malignant melanoma increases each year. Purpose: To assess the students’ knowledge about sunbed use and side effect of solar radiation. Materials and methods: The study was car...