Editorial Type:
Article Category: Research Article
 | Online Publication Date: 01 Sept 1989
An evaluation of the relationship between rest position of the mandible and malocclusion
An evaluation of the relationship between rest position of the mandible and malocclusion
DDS, MS, MSD
Page Range: 217 – 226
Rest position of the mandible and integumental change in a control group of Class I occlusions is compared and contrasted with a study group of Class II malocclusion and a study group of Class III malocclusion. Change from centric occlusion to rest position of the mandible was suggestive of simulated correction of the malocclusion and improved facial esthetics.Abstract
Keywords: Rest position; Malocclusion; Mandibular displacement; Facial esthetics
Copyright: Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists
Contributor Notes
Dr. Sperry is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Orbhodontics at the Unioersity of Illinois at Chicago. He main-fains R prioabe practice in Aurora, Illinois