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Orthodontics and occlusion.
Davies SJ, Gray R, Sandler P, O'Brien K
Br Dent J. 2001;191( 10):539-42, 545-9.
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Abstract
The discipline of orthodontics is directed towards alteration of the occlusion of the teeth and the relationships of the jaws. It is therefore somewhat surprising to find that there is little scientific evidence to support any of the concepts that suggest occlusal goals for orthodontic treatment. Most of the current concepts of orthodontic treatment are based upon personal opinion and retrospective studies. Nevertheless, an attempt is made here to provide a guide to the relationship of orthodontics and the occlusion that is evidence based. Where the evidence is weak, these areas have been highlighted.
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Centric Relation; Goals; Human; Jaw Relation Record; Orthodontic Appliances, Functional; adverse effects: Orthodontics, Corrective; diagnosis: Malocclusion; etiology: Temporomandibular Joint Disorders