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British Journal of Orthodontics, Vol 9, 132-145, Copyright © 1982 by British Orthodontic Society

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Morphogenetic classification of malocclusion as a basis for growth prediction and treatment planning

J Lavergne

This study has shown that the different groups, defined as morphogenetically homogeneous show homogeneity in several aspects. The individuals constituting a given group exhibit a peculiar pattern of craniofacial morphology, they grow alike and they seem to respond alike to a given type of treatment. Within the general frame defined by the group the occlusion seems to play an important role in the future development of the face. In this way the classification presented here is the first in the procedure leading to growth prediction and treatment planning. This classification also permits an analysis of the rotational pattern of the face and consequently allows one to pinpoint the 'failure' in facial growth more accurately. This should allow treatment to be more reliably matched to the growth pattern of the individual.




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