Moyer’S Mixed Dentition Analysis Moyer’s concept is similar to that of Tanaka and Johnston. According to Moyer, there exists a correlation between the widths of permanent lower incisors, permanent canines, and premolars. If the mesiodistal width of permanent lower incisors is known, the sum of widths of unerupted canine and premolars can be predicted from Moyer’s … [Read more...] about Moyer’S Mixed Dentition Analysis
Pediatric Dentistry
Mixed Dentition Space Analysis Notes
Mixed Dentition Space Analysis Introduction Adequacy of space is the first criterion for a well-aligned dental arch. Early correction of the space discrepancies prevents unfavorable events such as crowding of teeth. The difference between the amount of space available in the arch perimeter and the amount of space required to accommodate erupting permanent teeth has to be … [Read more...] about Mixed Dentition Space Analysis Notes
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate Notes
Clef Lip and Clef Palate Introduction Fusion is a process of joining two or more things together to form a single entity. It can be described as merging when the joining or blending happens in gradual stages. Tissues of the body form by the process of fusion. The process of formation of tissues by fusion is depicted. A clef is an opening or fissure or a ‘V-shaped … [Read more...] about Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate Notes
Semi Permanent Restorations Notes
Semi Permanent Restorations Introduction Dental caries are better prevented than restored. Prompt detection and early restoration are the best ways of dealing with dental caries. Full-coverage restorations are indicated in clinical situations where simple restorations with amalgam or plastic materials may not be sufficient. Full-coverage restorations or crowns fabricated to … [Read more...] about Semi Permanent Restorations Notes
Paediatric Endodontics Notes
Paediatric Endodontics Introduction Paediatric dentistry primarily aims to preserve and restore the integrity of the dental arch by maintaining the dental arch circumference. This can be accomplished by keeping the natural space maintainers, that is, the natural teeth, intact. Despite increased awareness and modern modes of caries prevention, the prevalence of dental … [Read more...] about Paediatric Endodontics Notes