Original Article
Evaluation of the Correlation of Ramus Height, Gonial Angle, and Dental Height with Different Facial
Forms in Individuals with Deep Bite Disorders
Author(s):
Ahila SC*, Sasikala C, Muthu Kumar B, Rajdeep Tah and Abinaya K
Background: Restoring the vertical dimension is a critical procedure in prosthetic dentistry. Anterior facial height has a significant impact on the length of the ramus. Patients with deep bite will exhibit a shorter lower facial height; hence, restoring the vertical dimension esthetically without altering the facial form is highly challenging. Aim: To evaluate the relationship of gonial angle, ramus height, and dental height with different facial forms. Subjects and Methods: A total of 51 subjects in all facial form aged between 20 and 40 with deep bite were randomly selected. Lateral cephalograms and facial photographs were made for each patient. Ramus height was measured on lateral cephalogram by measuring the distance from articulare to gonion. The gonial angles were calculated and anterior and posterior dental height were measured from cephalogram. Facial forms were evaluated usi.. Read More»
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