The craniofacial morphology of individuals with hypodontia

Authors

  • P. J. Wisth Department of Orthodontics, Dental Faculty, University of Bergen, Norway
  • K. Thunold Department of Orthodontics, Dental Faculty, University of Bergen, Norway
  • O. E. Böe Department of Orthodontics, Dental Faculty, University of Bergen, Norway

Keywords:

Hypodontia, cephalometry, maxillofacial development

Abstract

Abstract

This work describes the variations in craniofacial morphology in individuals with congenially missing permanent teeth with relation to facial prognathism, jaw development and inclination of the incisor teeth. Both sexes displayed significantly less upper jaw prognathism in individuals with hypodontia compared to the controls, and a less maxillary length as well. This finding was independent of whether the congenitally missing teeth were situated in the upper or the lower jaw. The upper incisors displayed greater anterior inclination in the individuals with hypodontia of both sexes.

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Published

1974-01-01

Issue

Vol. 32 No. 4 (1974): Acta Odontologica Scandinavica

Section

Articles