Author: Dr Shaun Goh
Short Summary of Problems
Each of these problems should be investigated for orthodontic referral or treatment:
Overjet > 3.5mm | Anterior crossbite |
Open bite | Deep bite |
>2mm Class II or III | Posterior crossbite |
Crowding | Spacing |
Missing teeth . | Disruptive habits . |
Problems by age
Problems listed under each age category can be treated from that age and older:
6 to 8 years
Ectopic incisor
Anterior x-bite
Posterior x-bite
Ectopic molar
Early loss of C/D/Es
9 years
All previous
Severe overjet
Deep bite
Open bite
Habits
10 years
All previous
Ectopic canines
Asymmetry
Agenesis
Crowding
11 to 17 years
All previous
>2mm Class II or III
>3.5mm overjet
>30% overbite
Spacing
18+ years
All previous
Large mandible
Orthodontic relapse
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Further Information
Deciduous teeth development chart
Permanent teeth development charts
