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The Differential Diagnosis and Treatment of Crossbites

Dental Clinics of North America, 1981
The purpose of this discussion was to give the practitioner a better understanding of the diagnostic processes involved in evaluating a crossbite and arriving at a differential diagnosis. It is hoped that the material presented helps to show the logical steps required to arrive at an intelligent diagnosis.
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Orthodontic treatment for posterior crossbites

2001
'Posterior crossbite' occurs when the top back teeth bite inside the bottom back teeth. When it affects one side of the mouth the lower jaw may have to move to one side to allow the back teeth to meet together. This movement may have long term effects on the growth of the teeth and jaws.
J E, Harrison, D, Ashby
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The anterior crossbite: report of cases

The Journal of the American Dental Association, 1975
Some malocclusions, seen by the general pragtitioner, should be treated early with uncomplicated procedures. Simple anterior crossbites that do not involve other complications lend themselves to this type of interceptive treatment. Criteria for successful treatment include adequate space for movement of the involved teeth and opening of the bite to ...
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Epidemiology of Posterior Crossbite in the Primary Dentition

Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry, 2007
This epidemiological survey was conducted on 2,016 children from 8 private and 12 public preschools at the city of Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil. The sample was composed of 1,032 males and 984 females in the primary dentition stage, aged 3 to 6 years. Normal occlusion was observed in 26.74% of the sample; thus, 73.26% of children presented ...
Omar Gabriel, da Silva Filho, Milton, Santamaria, Leopoldino, Capelozza Filho   +2 more
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Correction of posterior crossbite.

The New York state dental journal, 1997
Posterior teeth exhibiting a transverse discrepancy are said to be in crossbite. This abnormal bucco-lingual relationship is usually viewed as affecting one side, but it is really a bilateral problem. There is a multifactorial etiology for this. Early diagnosis by the treating dentist is essential for proper treatment. If not detected early, surgically
P M, Koblan, M, Capuano, R, Panzer
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Dealing with posterior crossbite in young patients

American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 2004
In the past quarter century, over 5000 articles and abstracts about maxillary expansion have been published. That amount of ink devoted to a single subject is overwhelming, and yet questions remain. Does posterior crossbite in the deciduous dentition self-correct? If not, should something be done before the permanent teeth erupt? What longterm outcomes
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Posterior crossbites in children.

Compendium of continuing education in dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995), 1997
Posterior crossbite, the most common malocclusion in young children, can be caused by a variety of skeletal, muscular, or dental factors. This condition produces insufficient maxillary arch width and is frequently associated with various oral sucking and postural habits.
J F, Zhu, R, Crevoisier, D L, King, R, Henry, C M, Mills   +4 more
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Correction of unilateral crossbite in the deciduous dentition

The European Journal of Orthodontics, 1986
A method for correcting unilateral crossbite in the deciduous dentition was tested in 25 young children. A composite guiding cusp was constructed on the buccal side of the upper canine or first or second primary molar on the crossbite side. This prevented the patient from biting into crossbite. Premature contacts between canines and primary molars were
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Buccal Crossbite

The Journal of the American Dental Association, 1971
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Correction of posterior crossbite.

The New York state dental journal, 1996
Posterior crossbites, which can range from a single tooth to a bilateral constriction of the maxilla, can be detected easily on clinical exam. This article reviews the etiology, differential diagnosis and treatment of posterior crossbite. Several appliances and their uses are discussed.
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