The bite-type malocclusion classification - An extended Angle-method. Is the new classification reliable?

• Objectives: As part in appraising the usefulness of the new bite-type method, a reliability assessment of the classification system was performed. Materials and Methods: Eighty-five selected dental casts were appraised by six operators and compared to a "Gold Standard." The reliability of the bite-type method was assessed by double registrations of each of the nine bite-type classes by every operator. Results: An overall acceptable bite-type classification of all examiners existed. Correct assessments were found in 75-90% of the dental casts. Thus, the bite-type classification is a reliable method for categorizing sagittal malocclusions. Conclusion: The procedure could favorably replace the angle classification as it is more precise and detailed, without losing the strength of the basic angle system as an uncomplicated communication tool.

Subject headings

MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP  -- Klinisk medicin -- Odontologi (hsv//swe)

MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES  -- Clinical Medicine -- Dentistry (hsv//eng)

Keyword

Bite-type malocclusion classification

Angle classification

Reliability assessment

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