Orthodontics and paediatric dentistry: deep overbite: practice question

A Dentistry question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Dentistry · Orthodontics and paediatric dentistry: deep overbite

Sample item

Which appliance helps correct a deep overbite by allowing the posterior teeth to erupt?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Anterior bite plate

A removable anterior bite plate disoccludes the posterior teeth, which then erupt and open the bite. It is used in deep overbites with a flat plane.

Option by option

  • A. Anterior bite plate (correct)

    Correct. A bite plate frees the posterior teeth to erupt.

  • B. Lip bumper

    A lip bumper gains arch length in the lower arch.

  • C. Chin cup

    A chin cup restrains mandibular growth.

  • D. Palatal crib

    A palatal crib stops thumb sucking in open bites.

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What is the answer to this Dentistry question?

The best answer is A, Anterior bite plate. A removable anterior bite plate disoccludes the posterior teeth, which then erupt and open the bite.

Why is "Lip bumper" not the answer?

A lip bumper gains arch length in the lower arch.

Why is "Chin cup" not the answer?

A chin cup restrains mandibular growth.

Why is "Palatal crib" not the answer?

A palatal crib stops thumb sucking in open bites.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Orthodontics and paediatric dentistry: deep overbite in Dentistry. It is used in deep overbites with a flat plane.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Orthodontics and paediatric dentistry: deep overbite?

Learn the dental formula, eruption ages and tooth structure once, as tables. Then use the flashcards and the other Dentistry questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.