A Protocol For Analysis Of Variations In Maxillary Second Molar Bucco-Palatal Inclination In Cleft Lip And Palate Cases”

Abstract

Introduction : Facial abnormalities are effected in different facial region, the effect can be variable combination. Maxilla is generally affected in cleft cases, origin can be genetic or influenced by environment. Effected planes can be in three planes transverse, sagittal or vertical. Presurgical or postsurgical orthodontics is indicated in different cases. Presurgical orthodontics proponents emphasized correction of tooth has marked influence in retention and stability of results of interventions performed. In transverse plane it can be buccally or palatally inclined amongst different malocclusion. Our objectives were to evaluate maxillary second molar inclination in Angle’s Class I, Angle’s Class III malocclusion, and unilateral cleft lip and palate patients cases in transverse plane. Material and method : A systematic procedure was followed for the measurement of maxillary second molar inclination in Angle’s Class I, Angle’s Class III malocclusion, and unilateral cleft lip and palate patients. Maxillary second molar inclination was deliberated using protractor assembled on the surveyor. Expected Results : Inclination of second molar in unilateral cleft lip and palate and Class III malocclusion would be comparable. Conclusion : Corrections are performed in transverse plane first, thus emphasizing greater importance of buccopalatal inclination.