Name of the University : The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Degree : MASTER OF DENTAL SURGERY (M.D.S)
BRANCH V : ORTHODONTICS
Subject Code/Name : 2418/Growth And Development, Basics In Orthodontics, Diagnosis And Radiology
Year : I
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TNMGR Growth And Development
September 2008 :
Sub. Code: 2418
M.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION. :
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(Revised Regulations)
Branch V : ORTHODONTICS
(For Candidates admitted from 2004-2005 onwards)
Paper II : GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT, BASICS IN ORTHODONTICS, DIAGNOSIS AND RADIOLOGY
Q.P. Code : 242418
Time : Three hours
Maximum : 100 marks
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Answer ALL questions. :
I. Essay questions : (2 X 20 = 40)
1. Discuss the adjustments of maxillomandibular complex from birth to adulthood with reference to the developing dentition.
2. Discuss the functional analysis in Orthodontic diagnosis.
II. Write short notes on : (6 X 10 = 60)
1. Radiographic localization of impacted canine.
2. Anthrometric studies and its importance in Orthodontics.
3. Natural head position.
4. Self correcting malocclusion.
5. Growth site and growth centre.
6. Xi-point.
March 2009
Time : Three hours
Maximum : 100 marks
Answer ALL questions :
Draw suitable diagram wherever necessary :
I. Essay questions : (2 x 20 = 40)
1. Describe the features of Facial Asymmetry and correlate them to growth and development. What are the imaging modalities usable for diagnosis and treatment planning. Add a note on its age related management.
2. Enumerate the advantages and disadvantages of conventional Cephalometrics. What is the basis of Morphometrics? Discuss the various morphometric methods and its application in Orthodontics.
II. Write short notes on : (6 x 10 = 60)
1. Digital Radiography.
2. Accuracy of computerized Cephalometric software.
3. Growth forecasting and its accuracy.
4. Natural Head position.
5. Oral stereognosis.
6. Psychology of patient compliance in orthodontics.
September 2009
Time : Three hours
Maximum : 100 marks
Answer ALL questions :
Draw suitable diagram wherever necessary :
I. Essay questions : (2 x 20 = 40)
1. Enumerate and briefly outline the indicators and methods of assessing growth onset, peak height velocity and its cessation in clinical practice. Compare and contrast the utility of hand wrist x’rays vs cervical vertebrae maturation.
2. Describe the role of airway patency in normal facial growth. Enumerate and outline the common airway obstructive conditions seen in orthodontic practice and their effect or dentofacial morphology.
II. Write short notes on : (6 x 10 = 60)
1. Primary failure of eruption.
2. Morphometrics.
3. Ricketts four step analysis.
4. Balanced facial profile.
5. Orthognathic surgery during growth.
6. Maxillary transverse deficiency.
March 2010
Time : Three hours
Maximum : 100 marks
Answer ALL questions :
Draw suitable diagram wherever necessary :
I. Essay questions : (2 x 20 = 40)
1. Discuss about inherent errors in conventional cephalometrics and how are they overcome in digital cephalometrics?
2. Computerized tomography in orthodontics.
II. Write short notes on : (6 x 10 = 60)
1. IOPA radiographs in orthodontic diagnosis
2. Effect of x-rays radiation on genesis.
3. Principle of panaromic radiography.
4. Radiation hazards in orthodontic practice.
5. Functional matrix concept.
6. Evaluate the problems of the emotionally disturbed child from orthodontic point of view.
April 2013
Time : 3 hours
Maximum : 100 marks
(10×10=100)
1. Functional matrix thrapy and its clinical implications.
2. Skeletal maturity indicators.
3. Evolution of TMJ.
4. Anthropometric studies.
5. Radiovisuography.
6. Orofacial muscles and buccinator mechanism.
7. Development of occlusion.
8. Theories of tooth eruption.
9. Cybernetics and servo system.
10. Pierre-Robin syndrome.
October 2013
Time: Three Hours
Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order. :
I. Elaborate on : (10 x 10 = 100)
1. Methods for studying physical Growth
2. Role of neural crest in craniofacial anomalies
3. Facial Proportions
4. Indices of orthodontic treatment need
5. Cognitive development
6. Pitch, Roll and yaw
7. Digital photography
8. Tube shift method
9. Orthodontic Triage
10. Pitchfork Analysis.
April 2014
Time : 3 hours
Maximum : 100 marks
(10X10=100)
1. Functional matrix theory – Revisited.
2. Rotation of jaws during growth.
3. Mini Esthetics.
4. Digital study models.
5. Evolution of orthodontic appliances.
6. Digigraph.
7. Template analysis.
8. Transverse Dysplasia.
9. Natural head position in cephalometrics.
10.Management of problem child.
October 2014
1. Explain Counterpart theory of growth.
2. Describe about electromyography and its implications in orthodontics.
3. Discuss in detail development of palate. Enumerate the etiological factors responsible for cleft palate.
4. Deliberate the importance of soft tissue analysis and age changes in diagnosis and treatment planning.
5. Discuss in detail the functional and Cephalometric criteria for growth modification treatment.
6. Analysis of tongue posture, function, and size. Relate it to malocclusion.
7. Enumerate about the drugs that inhibit and enhance orthodontic tooth movement.
8. Describe about the etiology of upper airway constriction and its effect on malocclusion. Add a note on its management.
9. Discuss about patient compliance and motivation towards orthodontic treatment between Adult and Adolescent patients.
10. Role of genetics in orthodontics.