occlusion orthodontics studies the way in which the teeth meet each other (occlude). occlusion is...
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Normal scissors occlusion in a dog: Rostral view of incisors and canine teethTRANSCRIPT
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Occlusion
Orthodontics studies the way in which the teeth meet each other (occlude).
Occlusion is defined as the normal position of the teeth when the jaws are closed. In normal occlusion, teeth come together in a scissors
bite. The mandibular canine tooth resides in the
interdental space of the upper third incisor and the upper canine tooth.
The upper fourth premolar tooth overlaps the lower first molar, which together, constitute the carnassial teeth.
Mandibular incisors:
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Normal Occlusion
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Normal scissors occlusion in a dog:Rostral view of incisors and canine teeth
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Mesocephalic Breeds
Well proportioned skull width and maxillary length;Ex. Dalmations, Labs, German shepherd dogs.
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Dolichocephalic
Narrow skull and long maxilla; Sight hounds, collies & Siamese cats.
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Brachycephalic Breeds
Wide skull with a short maxilla; Pugs, Bulldogs & Persian cats
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Normal Scissors Occlusion: Lateral view of a dog skull. Premolars interdigitate
toward the opposing interdental space.
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Review: Can You Name These Structures?
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Malocclusion
Malocclusion is an abnormality in the position of the teeth. It can occur in any of the three head shapes, but is more
common in brachycephalic breeds.It is more common in dogs, but also occurs in cats.
There are four classes of malocclusions.(Class I, II, III, and IV)
Class I- easily fixed with orthodontic correction OR not needed
Class II-IV are skeletal malocclusions due to differing jaw length
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Class I: Rostral Cross-bite
Maxillary incisors are caudal to the mandibular incisors.
Very common malocclusion in veterinary dentistry.
Thought to occur secondary to retained deciduous incisors.
Treatment consists of orthodontic movement or extraction of the abnormal teeth. Treat vs. not treat?
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Rostral Cross-bite
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Class I: Caudal Cross-bite
Maxillary premolars/molars are positioned lingual to the mandibular opposing premolars/molars
Occurs occasionally in dolichocephalic breeds.More frequent professional prophylaxis will be
needed for these pets.
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Caudal Cross-bite
The maxillary fourth premolar is positioned abnormally inside of the lower first molar tooth.
This condition did not require treatment as the pet had a comfortable and functionalocclusion (bite).
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Class II: Mandibular Distoclusion
Mandibular brachygnathism: abnormally short mandible, normal
maxillaReferred to as “overshot”Lack of self-cleaning ability and can create
painful palate abrasions.Not an accepted standard in any breed.
*Note: this appearance may also be due to maxillary prognathism(abnormally long maxilla)
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Mandible is shorter thanthe normal maxilla.
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Class III: Mandibular Mesiocclussion
Mandibular prognathism: abnormally long mandible, normal length maxillaReferred to as “undershot”These dogs will lose some of their self-cleaning
ability and trap plaque and debris more easily.Maxillary incisors can traumatize the mandible.Accepted as normal in brachycephalic breeds
such as Bulldogs, Pekingese, Boston terriers, Pugs, and Persian cats.
*Note: Could also be maxillary brachygnathism (not common)
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Mandibular PrognathismMandible islonger thanthe maxilla.
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Mandibular Prognathism
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Asymmetrical Malocclusion
Each upper and lower right and left quadrant of the mouth is independent of the other, resulting in uneven growth which produces a wry occlusion
(wry bite). In its mildest form, a one-sided prognathic or
brachygnathic bite forms. In more severe cases, a crooked head and bite develop.
A triangular opening (open bite) will also appear in the incisor area where the affected incisors are displaced vertically and do not meet. In severe cases, the tongue protrudes from the open bite.
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Wry Mouth: One quadrant develops unevenly from the other quadrants
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Persistent Deciduous Teeth
Interfere with normal eruption pathway of permanent teeth malocclusion
Are a reservoir for debris dental diseaseEarly detection is key!Common in small breed dogsExtraction is almost always necessary
Referred to as Interceptive Orthodontics
*Note: deciduous teeth are numbered differently in the Triadan system (500, 600, 700, 800)
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Persistent Deciduous Teeth
Most permanent teeth will erupt lingual or palatal to the deciduous teeth. (babies in front)
Exception: Permanent maxillary canine teeth will erupt rostral/mesial to the deciduous canine teeth.
*Why is this significant?
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Persistent Deciduous Canine Teeth
Leads to abnormal attrition
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Polydontia
Supernumerary teeth should not be confused with retained deciduous teeth.
Radiographs aid in differentiation. How?
Occurs in about 10% of dogs and rarely in cats.Unless extra tooth causes crowding, no
treatment is necessary. Occasionally the extra teeth will erupt in an abnormal
angle or be impacted.If crowding increased chance of periodontal
disease. (Extraction necessary)
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Supernumerary Teeth
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Deciduous or Permanent?
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Hypodontia
One or more teeth (usually incisors or premolars) do not form in the dental arcade.
Many breeds are affected.Unerrupted tooth or hypodontia?
How do you confirm?
If permanent tooth is absent, a baby tooth will often remain in the arch for months to years.
No treatment; usually does not cause any problems.