Correlation of Condylar Morphology and Crown Inclinations of Lower Anterior Teeth in Skeletal Class III
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Aims: to determine the correlation between the condylar morphology in skeletal Class III pattern by using cone-beam computed tomography and crown inclination of lower anterior teeth. Materials and Methods: This study examined the bilateral TMJ CBCT images of 30 subjects (17 males, 13 females) with skeletal class III, age average (18–30 years), and lower cast. The TMJ's angular and linear measurements were estimated, and variances between the groups were statistically examined. The torque and angulation device TAD were used to measure the inclination of the crowns. Results: Regardless of the joint reference points used for measurements, there is no correlation between the position and mutual relations of the lower anterior teeth and the temporomandibular joint's structure. Incisal relationships of permanent teeth such as overbite, overjet and interincisal angle did not correlate with TMJ anatomy. Conclusion: The mandibular condyle height was greater in Class III malocclusion. Men had larger mandibular body sizes and wider mediolateral condyles than women did.
Authors: Hiba Basim Mohammed, Zaid Burhan Al.Dewachi
Institution: University of Mosul
Language: English
Subfield: Orthodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409185614