CLASSIFICATION OF SKELETAL AND DENTAL MALOCCLUSION: REVISITED

Abstract

Orthodontic dental classification used is dated more than 100 years ago. Skeletal and dental classification of malocclusion has an important role in diagnosis and treatment planning. The aim of this study is to facilitate the grouping of skeletal and dental malrelationships and to build an accurate diagnosis and to suggest treatment planning. Material and method The main orthodontic classification systems for skeletal and dental relationship were reviewed. Results The proposed skeletal and dental classification proved detailed accuracy and focus on relating the categories with the suggested treatment planning. The new modification of the skeletal and dental classification explained clearly the occlusal relationship and helped in setting treatment strategies. Conclusions This present skeletal and dental classification is faster, accurate and easily applicable clinically and dealt with the shortcoming of the previous classification systems. It also helped in the suggestion of Orthodontic treatment protocols.