רפואת הפה והשיניים - עיתון ההסתדרות לרפואת שיניים בישראל - כרך ל"ז, גיליון מס' 2 אייר תש"פ

• The general dental practitioner can play an important role in supporting the dental needs of SkCl3 patients until the cessation of growth, in particular in maintaining motivation and clarity concerning the beneficial outcomes of treatment. • The SkCl3 patient has a higher tendency for caries, bruxism and periodontal complications which are best treated as early as possible by the treating general dental practitioner. • Cooperation during all stages of treatment, from early diagnosis through the prolonged treatment and follow up may help avoid orthognathic surgery or reduce treatment severity if surgical correction is indicated.

that forms an integral part of this treatment. An engaged general dental practitioner can significantly help with this. Strict follow up conducted by the general dental practitioner can contribute to interception and conservative treatment of dental caries, bruxism and help prevent periodontal problems. Consequently, knowledge of the nuances involved in orthodontic treatment of SkCl3 is warranted. The Importance of this paper to general dental practitioner • Knowledge about the main treatment modalities of SkCl3 maxillary retrognathism is necessary to improve synergies between caregivers, which will maximize positive outcomes.

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Fig 1: Angle classification of occlusion. A. Angle class I. B. Angle class II. C. Angle class III.

Fig 2: Frankel’s appliance. A. Intra oral photograph of Frankel’s appliance in use. B. The appliance on models

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.2 רפואת הפה והשיניים, אייר תש״פ, כרך ל״ז, גיליון