Abstract :
Proper classification and diagnosis are prerequisites for determining the nature of an orthodontic problem. The diagnostic methods have shifted from a two dimensional to three dimensional approach. Despite advances in orthodontic diagnostic aids, the setup technique provides the foundation on which the modern day three dimensional diagnosis of malocclusion is based. Kesling, after developing a tooth positioner as an aid in finishing orthodontic treatments, suggested that cutting and repositioning the teeth in duplicate study models of the malocclusions would allow simulation of the results before starting orthodontic treatment. The aim of this article is to present a simplified method of doing diagnostic setup with the objective of encouraging its use in day to day clinical practice.
Keyword :
Diagnostic aids, Setup, Tooth positioner, Malocclusion, Simulation.