Orthodontics — Key differences for NEET MDS
Twin Block = most popular functional appliance. Activator = Andresen = most studied. Frankel = vestibular shield = functional regulator. Bionator = modified activator by Balters. Herbst = fixed functional appliance. Jasper Jumper = flexible fixed functional. All work by mandibular advancement in Class II.
📖 Read full notes →Nance holding arch = maxillary anchorage. Lingual arch = mandibular anchorage. TADs mini screws = absolute anchorage = skeletal anchorage. Headgear = extraoral anchorage cervical pull or high pull. Critical anchorage = ALL space needed for crowding. Maximum anchorage = most space for retraction. Moderate anchorage = reciprocal movement acceptable.
📖 Read full notes →NEET MDS frequently tests the ability to differentiate between related topics. Understanding the key differences between Functional Appliances and Anchorage Types in Orthodontics is crucial for scoring well. Questions may test diagnostic features, treatment approaches, or characteristic findings.