Abstract

There has been much controversy about the Begg technique since its introduction in this country. This controversy has focused on the biomechanics, specific tissue reactions, the speed, ease, chair time, and patient comfort experienced in its use, and the cephalometric results of treatment. Because of the magnitude of the discrepancies found in the literature, a comprehensive clinical evaluation of the Begg technique was conducted through the termination of Stage II mechanics.

The study indicated that light forces in the range of 2.5 to 3 ounces are adequate for tipping teeth and closing extraction spaces. The effectiveness of the technique in maintaining anchorage is questionable. The cephalometric results were the expected at the end of Stage II. Patients experienced relatively little discomfort, and no root resorption was found. Clinicians participating in the study found the technique easy to work with. The length of treatment time for Stage I and II, and the projection of total treatment time was favorable.

LLU Discipline

Orthodontics

Department

Dentistry

School

Graduate School

First Advisor

Roland D. Walters

Second Advisor

John P. De Vincenzo

Third Advisor

Jack L. Tomlinson

Fourth Advisor

Peter C. Kao

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Degree Level

M.S.

Year Degree Awarded

1972

Date (Title Page)

5-1972

Language

English

Library of Congress/MESH Subject Headings

Orthodontic Appliances

Type

Thesis

Page Count

vii; 33

Digital Format

PDF

Digital Publisher

Loma Linda University Libraries

Usage Rights

This title appears here courtesy of the author, who has granted Loma Linda University a limited, non-exclusive right to make this publication available to the public. The author retains all other copyrights.

Collection

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Collection Website

http://scholarsrepository.llu.edu/etd/

Repository

Loma Linda University. Del E. Webb Memorial Library. University Archives

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