Angle's Classification of Malocclusion: An Assessment of Reliability

1974 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 79-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. F. Gravely ◽  
D. B. Johnson

The reliability of Angle's system of classification of malocclusion has been examined. Between-examiner errors were found to be high and there were also high within-examiner error levels in categorizing Angle Class II division 2 malocclusions. It is concluded that comparisons of the distribution of malocclusions in different communities, classified according to Angle's system, should not be made unless observations are made in each community by the same examiner. The usefulness of Angle's classification to both clinician and epidemiologist is questioned.

Author(s):  
Beatriz Aguiar do Amaral ◽  
Heitel Cabral Filho ◽  
João Paulo da Silva-Neto ◽  
Maria da Glória Almeida Martins ◽  
Kenio Costa de Lima

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 538-543 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alberto De Stefani ◽  
Giovanni Bruno ◽  
Edoardo Conte ◽  
Alessandro Frezza ◽  
Paolo Balasso ◽  
...  

1992 ◽  
Vol 102 (6) ◽  
pp. 509-518 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arthur Demisch ◽  
Bengt Ingervall ◽  
Urs Thüer

2009 ◽  
Vol 79 (3) ◽  
pp. 454-461 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Knösel ◽  
Klaus Jung ◽  
Thomas Attin ◽  
Wilfried Engelke ◽  
Dietmar Kubein-Meesenburg ◽  
...  

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the significance of crown-root angles (CRAs) by testing the null hypothesis that there are no significant differences in deviations of third-order angles to axial inclination values between Angle Class II division 2 incisors and a neutral occlusion control sample. Materials and Methods: The study group comprised ntotal = 130 whites with either Angle Class II division 2 (n1 = 62; group A) or neutral (n2 = 68; control group B) occlusal relationships. Upper central incisor inclination (U1) was assessed with reference to the cephalometric lines NA and palatal plane (U1NA/deg, U1PP/deg). Craniofacial sagittal and vertical relations were classified using angles SNA, SNB, ANB, and NSL-PP. Third-order angles were derived from corresponding dental cast pairs using an incisor inclination gauge. Welch's two-sample t-tests (α-level: .05) were used to test the null hypothesis. Single linear regression was applied to determine third-order angle values as a function of axial inclination values (U1NA, U1PP) or sagittal craniofacial structures (ANB angle), separately for group A and B. Results: The discrepancy between axial inclination (U1NA, U1PP) and third-order angles is significantly different (P < .001) between groups A and B. Regression analysis revealed a simply moderate correlation between third-order measurements and axial inclinations or sagittal craniofacial structures. Conclusion: The hypothesis is rejected. The results of this study warn against the use of identical third-order angles irrespective of diminished CRAs typical for Angle Class II division 2 subjects. Routine CRA assessment may be considered in orthodontic treatment planning of Angle Class II division 2 cases.


1985 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 158-162 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. Fischer-Brandies ◽  
E. Fischer-Brandies ◽  
A. König

2016 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bebby Putri ◽  
Isnaniyah Malik ◽  
N R Yuliawati Zenab

Introduction: Dental arch width measurement is needed to determine diagnoses and orthodontic treatment planning of Angle Class II Division 1 and Class II Division 2  malocclusions that have narrow maxillary dental arch generally. Dental arch width in this study was measured by maxillary and mandibular intercanine width.  This study aimed to compare the differences of intercanine width between Angle Class II division 1 and Class II division 2 malocclusions. Methods: Descriptive comparative research with total samples of 67 study models, consisted of 34 Class II division 1 cases and 33 Class II division 2 cases. The minimum age of the samples chosen was 13 years old with no history of orthodontic treatment. A non probability consecutive sampling technique was used. Results: Study results showed the avarage maxillary and mandibular intercanine width of Class II Division 1 were 33,99 mm and 26,33 mm. Average maxillary and mandibular intercanine width of Class II Division 2 were 34,77 mm and 25,37 mm. Conclusions: T-test analysis showed no statistical significant differences in the intercanine width between Angle Class II Division 1 and Class II Division 2  malocclusions.


2012 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 160-166
Author(s):  
Arno Locks

Angle Class II, division 2, malocclusion is characterized by a Class II molar relation associated with retroclined or vertical positioning of the upper incisors and in general an overbite. This clinical case was presented to the Brazilian Board of Orthodontics and Facial Orthopedics (BBO) as part of the requirements for becoming a BBO Diplomate .


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