# Facial Form Analysis
**Exercise**
DENT5310
**Dr. Daniel Fernandes**
#### Course Exercise
- **Course Code:** DENT5310
- **Instructor:** Dr. Daniel Fernandes
# INTRODUCTION
**Facile Form Analysis is the use of simple diagnostic tools to assess the facial form of a patient.**
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Facial Form Analysis is the use of simple diagnostic tools to assess the facial form of a patient.
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Facial Form Analysis
**Analysis of facial proportions and dental-facial relationships is an essential step in the diagnosis of malocclusion.**
Analysis of facial proportions and dental-facial relationships is an essential step in the diagnosis of malocclusion.
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Keep the following principles in mind when completing a Facial analysis
### Vertical Proportions
Measure the patient's face in three horizontal thirds (upper, middle, and lower) by drawing imaginary lines.
### Line Orientation
Check the patient's vertical symmetry with a vertical facial centerline.
### Horizontal Positioning
Guide the patient to a natural position (relaxed face, closed eyes).
### Facial Midline
Draw the midline through the center of the patient's ears and nose!!
### Anatomic Considerations when taking measurements.
1. The upper and lower thirds of the face should be approximately equal.
2. The eyes should be positioned 1/2 down the upper third of the face.
3. The lower third of the upper third of the face (including upper and lower eyelids and your cheeks) should be a little lower than the eyes.
4. The mouth height is approximately 1/2 of the middle third of the face.
5. The mouth usually appears to be about 3mm wide when the lips are closed and centered.
6. The angles of the lateral commissures of the mouth (corners of lips) should be slightly wider than 90 degrees.
7. The point of the chin should appear 3mm at the lowest point.
8. The point of the chin should not be more than 1mm below the level of the lower lip when the patient is in a natural resting position.
9. The lower third of the face should be evenly distributed between the lower part of the nose, the mouth, and the chin.
### Anatomic Landmarks
* The upper and lower facial thirds
* The point of the chin
* The position of the eyes
* The position of the mouth
* The angle of the mouth
### Facial Midline
There is a vertical symmetry with a vertical facial centerline.
### Horizontal Proportions
Measure the horizontal width of the face in five equal vertical sections.
### Human Growth in the Context of the Craniofacial Complex
The craniofacial complex grows and develops differently over time.
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Keep the following principles in mind when completing a facial analysis:
#### General Assessment Principles
- **Line Orientation:** Check the patient's vertical symmetry with a vertical facial centerline.
- **Horizontal Positioning:** Guide the patient to a natural position (relaxed face, closed eyes).
- **Facial Midline:** Draw the midline through the center of the patient's ears and nose.
- **Horizontal Proportions:** Measure the horizontal width of the face in five equal vertical sections.
- **Human Growth:** The craniofacial complex grows and develops differently over time.
#### Vertical Proportions
Measure the patient's face in three horizontal thirds (upper, middle, and lower) by drawing imaginary lines.
#### Anatomic Considerations for Measurements
1. The upper and lower thirds of the face should be approximately equal.
2. The eyes should be positioned 1/2 down the upper third of the face.
3. The lower third of the upper third of the face (including upper and lower eyelids and cheeks) should be a little lower than the eyes.
4. The mouth height is approximately 1/2 of the middle third of the face.
5. The mouth usually appears to be about 3mm wide when the lips are closed and centered.
6. The angles of the lateral commissures of the mouth (corners of lips) should be slightly wider than 90 degrees.
7. The point of the chin should appear 3mm at the lowest point.
8. The point of the chin should not be more than 1mm below the level of the lower lip when the patient is in a natural resting position.
9. The lower third of the face should be evenly distributed between the lower part of the nose, the mouth, and the chin.
#### Key Anatomic Landmarks
- The upper and lower facial thirds
- The point of the chin
- The position of the eyes
- The position of the mouth
- The angle of the mouth
- Vertical symmetry with a vertical facial centerline
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A photo shows a patient's face with horizontal red lines measuring the three vertical thirds (upper, middle, lower) with 1/3 labels.
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A close-up photo segment showing the mouth area, indicating that the mouth height is approximately 1/3 of the total distance covered by the lower section.
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A front-facing photo illustrating the vertical facial thirds and horizontal midline symmetry, with black bars obscuring the eyes.
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A close-up photo segment illustrating the mouth's position and the centerline of facial symmetry. Black bars obscure the eyes to focus on the mouth and chin.
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A photo showing the horizontal proportions of the face, divided into five equal vertical sections by red lines. Black bars obscure the eyes.
# **Dentofacial Proportions**
**Keep these principles in mind when completing a Facial analysis**
| **Observation / Rule** | |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Harmonious proportions:** The face appears most pleasing and proportional when divided into three approximately equal vertical thirds. | |
| **1. Forehead to Glabella (root of nose):** Represents the upper third of the face. |
| **2. Glabella to Subnasale (bottom of nose):** Represents the middle third of the face. |
| **3. Subnasale to Chinn (bottom of chin):** Represents the lower third of the face. |
| **Ricketts’ E line (Lp line):** The distance from the soft tissue pterion (pterygomandibular raphe) to the tip of the nose should be **NOT > 6mm**.
Keep these principles in mind when completing a facial analysis:
#### Harmonious Proportions
The face appears most pleasing and proportional when divided into three approximately equal vertical thirds:
1. **Upper Third:** Forehead to Glabella (root of nose).
2. **Middle Third:** Glabella to Subnasale (bottom of nose).
3. **Lower Third:** Subnasale to Menton (bottom of chin).
#### Ricketts’ E Line (Lp Line)
The distance from the soft tissue pterion (pterygomandibular raphe) to the tip of the nose should be not greater than 6mm.
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A profile photograph of a young girl with blonde hair in profile, used in the context of 'Dentofacial Proportions' analysis.
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A profile view with red graphical annotations illustrating facial thirds, labeling the forehead to nose root, nose root to nose base, and nose base to chin as '1/3' each.
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A profile view with red annotations showing 'NOT > 6MM' distance, referencing Ricketts' E line principles from the OCR text.
# In General Terms
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#### Facial Height Classifications
- **Long**
- **Short**
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A profile photo of a person with long hair, placed under the 'LONG' heading.
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A profile photo of a person with short hair, placed under the 'SHORT' heading.
# FACIAL FORM ANALYSIS
| No. | Title |
| :--- | :--- |
| **01** | **FRONTAL VIEW:** |
| **02** | **SYMMETRY** |
| **03** | **VERTICAL AND TRANSVERSE FACIAL PROPORTIONS** |
| **04** | **TOOTH DISPLAY** |
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#### Frontal View Components
1. Frontal View
2. Symmetry
3. Vertical and Transverse Facial Proportions
4. Tooth Display
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Frontal photograph of a boy used to demonstrate facial analysis categories including symmetry and proportions.
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Frontal view of a woman's face with blue vertical and horizontal lines highlighting facial proportions and symmetry.
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Lateral profile view of a woman's face illustrating standard vertical and transverse facial proportions with blue guide lines and 1/3 and 2/3 markers.
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Frontal view of a young girl wearing a headband, categorized under an analysis flow.
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Frontal photo of a young girl with bangs and a blue shirt showcasing breath and tooth display.
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Frontal photo of a young woman demonstrating the tooth display metric at step 04.
# Facial Form Analysis
## 1. Facial and Dental Midlines
## 2. Transverse Facial Proportions
## 3. Vertical Facial Proportions
#### Clinical Assessment Criteria
1. Facial and Dental Midlines
2. Transverse Facial Proportions
3. Vertical Facial Proportions
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A boxed diagram labeled 'Facial and Dental Midlines' with an arrow pointing to a face covered in vertical lines, indicating the analysis of the 4.5-facial-fifth ratio.
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A side profile photo of a face overlaid with horizontal blue guide lines. The lines mark vertical proportions, specifically labeling the thirds of the face as '1/3' and '2/3'.
| Facial Form Analysis |
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| 08 | Anterior Tooth Display |
| 09 | Posterior Tooth Display:<br>Buccal Corridors |
| 10 | Smile Arch |
#### Smile Aesthetics Components
- **Anterior Tooth Display**
- **Posterior Tooth Display:** Buccal Corridors
- **Smile Arch**
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A vertical photo on the far left shows a young girl with a blue bow and blue shirt, representing the subject for the facial form analysis starting with Anterior Tooth Display.
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A vertical photo in the center bottom shows a young girl with a red turtleneck, used in the context of the Smile Arch diagram analysis.
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A vertical photo on the far right shows a woman in a red top, providing a visual example for the Smile Arch analysis.
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A hand-drawn style diagram illustrates the Facial Form Analysis process. It connects three photos with arrows to three labeled text boxes: 08 Anterior Tooth Display, 09 Posterior Tooth Display: Buccal Corridors, and 10 Smile Arch.
# FACIAL FORM ANALYSIS
## FOR YOUR PATIENT(S): WHAT'S YOUR JUDGMENT AS TO
### 1. FACIAL SYMMETRY?
With in normal limit or asymmetric
If present, location of asymmetry
### 2. INCISOR TOOTH DISPLAY?
OK, too little, too much (excess gingiva)
### 3. BUCCAL CORRIDOR WIDTH
OK, too little, too much
### 4. SMILE ARC
OK, flat, excessive
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### SUMMARIZE THE FACIAL FORM OF YOUR PATIENT
#### Patient Aesthetic Judgment
**1. Facial Symmetry**
- Within normal limits or asymmetric
- If present, location of asymmetry
**2. Incisor Tooth Display**
- OK, too little, or too much (excess gingiva)
**3. Buccal Corridor Width**
- OK, too little, or too much
**4. Smile Arc**
- OK, flat, or excessive
#### Summary
Summarize the facial form of your patient based on the above criteria.
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A checklist for 'Facial Form Analysis' evaluating four key characteristics: Facial Symmetry, Incisor Tooth Display, Buccal Corridor Width, and Smile Arc. Each item includes options for normal or abnormal findings and provides a line for judgment.
As Part of a Facial Form Analysis a Facial profile analysis is "the poor man's" Cephalometric Analysis.
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As part of a Facial Form Analysis, a facial profile analysis is considered a simplified version of Cephalometric Analysis.
# Facial Profile Analysis
Facial Profile analysis is performed to identify the underlying skeletal relationships. This is an important diagnostic tool for identification of patient's with a severe dentofacial disproportion.
Facial Profile analysis is performed to identify the underlying skeletal relationships. This is an important diagnostic tool for identification of patients with a severe dentofacial disproportion.
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Evaluation of the facial profile using horizontal and vertical reference lines to assess skeletal and soft tissue relationships.
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# **THREE GOALS OF FACIAL PROFILE ANALYSIS**
| One | Two | Three |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **ESTABLISHING WHETHER THE JAWS ARE PROPORTIONATELY POSITIONED IN THE ANTERIOR-POSTERIOR (AP) PLANE OF SPACE** | **EVALUATION OF LIP POSTURE AND INCISOR PROMINENCE** | **REEVALUATION OF VERTICAL FACIAL PROPORTIONS AND EVALUATION OF MANDIBULAR PLANE ANGLE** |
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1. **Establishing Anterior-Posterior (AP) Positioning:** Determining whether the jaws are proportionately positioned in the AP plane of space.
2. **Lip Posture and Incisor Prominence:** Evaluation of the soft tissue profile and dental support.
3. **Vertical Proportions and Mandibular Plane:** Reevaluation of vertical facial proportions and evaluation of the mandibular plane angle.
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A sketched container labeled 'ONE' representing the goal of establishing whether the jaws are proportionately positioned in the Anterior-Posterior (AP) plane of space.
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A sketched container labeled 'TWO' representing the goal of evaluating lip posture and incisor prominence.
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A sketched container labeled 'THREE' representing the goal of reevaluating vertical facial proportions and evaluating the mandibular plane angle.
THREE GOALS OF FACIAL PROFILE ANALYSIS
ONE: Establishing whether the jaws are proportionately positioned in the anterior posterior (AP) plane of space. In natural head position note the relationship between two lines, one dropped from the bridge of the nose to the base of the upper lip, and a second one extending from that point downward to the chin.
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In natural head position, note the relationship between two lines: one dropped from the bridge of the nose to the base of the upper lip, and a second one extending from that point downward to the chin.
#### Profile Classifications
- **A: Convex**
- **B: Straight**
- **C: Concave**
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Three line drawings (labeled A, B, C) illustrating facial profiles for Convex, Straight, and Concave jaw positions, respectively, as referenced in the text.
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Visual assessment of the relationship between the maxilla and mandible in the anterior-posterior plane to determine skeletal classification.
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A side-profile illustration of a girl's face labeled 'TWO', featuring a dashed 'E-line' and arrows marking Points A and B. The diagram is used to visually demonstrate how to evaluate lip prominence relative to the nose and chin as described in the text.
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A vertical text block labeled 'TWO' containing criteria for facial analysis. It describes finding dentofacial protrusion by observing lip projection from a true vertical line via the E-line.
### Three Goals of Facial Profile Analysis
- **Reevaluation of vertical facial proportions and evaluation of mandibular plane angle.**
- **Evaluation of the mandibular plane to the true horizontal plane**
**Figure 1. A and B. Demonstration of vertical proportions and mandibular plane angle of two patients. C. A patient's mandibular plane angle is measured between the true horizontal plane and the mandibular plane.**
#### Mandibular Plane Angle Assessment
- Reevaluation of vertical facial proportions.
- Evaluation of the mandibular plane in relation to the true horizontal plane.
- The mandibular plane angle is measured between the true horizontal plane and the mandibular plane to determine if the angle is steep, moderate, or low.
# Facial Profile Analysis**
## Profile Landmarks
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| **01** | Soft Tissue Nasion |
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| | **02** | Orbitale (Lower Rim of the Orbit) \
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| | **03** | Porion (External Auditory Canal)\
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| | | | **04** | Frankfort Plane |
### Profile Points in Profile Analysis:
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* Bridge of nose
* Tip of nose
* Base of upper lip
* Prominence of upper lip
* Upper-lower lip junction
* Prominence of lower lip
* Base of lower lip
* Soft tissue chin
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What molar relationship is suggested by the profile? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
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Is the Mandibular plane steep, moderate, or low in relation to the Frankfort plane? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
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Summarize the skeletal jaw relationship in the antero-posterior and vertical planes, and degree of lip support. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
#### Profile Landmarks
1. **Soft Tissue Nasion**
2. **Orbitale:** Lower rim of the orbit
3. **Porion:** External auditory canal
4. **Frankfort Plane**
#### Profile Points for Analysis
- Bridge of nose
- Tip of nose
- Base of upper lip
- Prominence of upper lip
- Upper-lower lip junction
- Prominence of lower lip
- Base of lower lip
- Soft tissue chin
#### Clinical Diagnostic Questions
1. What molar relationship is suggested by the profile?
2. Is the Mandibular plane steep, moderate, or low in relation to the Frankfort plane?
3. Summarize the skeletal jaw relationship in the antero-posterior and vertical planes, and degree of lip support.
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A comprehensive figure on the right side depicting a 'Facial Profile Analysis' worksheet. It displays a profile diagram with labeled landmarks like Frankfort Plane and Nasion, along with a list of profile points (e.g., bridge of nose, chin) and a section with cut-out placeholder lines for answering specific questions about molar relationships and jaw analysis.
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A custom-drawn diagram illustrating four 'Profile Landmarks' for facial analysis. The diagram visually connects Soft Tissue Nasion (01), Orbitale (02), Porion (03), and Frankfort Plane (04) using arrows to demonstrate a sequential workflow or relationship between these points.
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| **FACIAL PROFILE ANALYSIS PROFILE POINTS** |
| 01 | Bridge of the nose |
| 02 | Tip of the nose |
| 03 | Base of upper lip |
| 04 | Prominence of upper lip |
#### Primary Profile Points
1. Bridge of the nose
2. Tip of the nose
3. Base of upper lip
4. Prominence of upper lip
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Facial profile analysis diagram showing labeled profile points, including Bridge of the nose, Tip of the nose, Base of upper lip, and Prominence of upper lip.
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Scanned document detailing facial profile analysis, listing points such as Bridge of nose, Tip of nose, and Base of upper lip.
# **Facial Profile Analysis Profile Points**
| 05 | **Upper-lower lip junction** |
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| 06 | **Prominence of lower lip** |
| 07 | **Base of lower lip** |
| 08 | **Soft tissue chin** |
# **Facial Profile Analysis Profile Points**
| -Frankfort Plane | Pro-Gons | -Orbitale | -Nasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| | (External Auditory Canal) | (Lower Rim of Orbit) | |
**Profile Points:**
- Bridge of nose
- Tip of nose
- Base of upper lip
- Prominence of upper lip
- Upper-lower lip junction
- Prominence of lower lip
- Base of lower lip
- Soft tissue chin
What molar relationship is suggested by the profile?
Is the mandibular plane steep, moderate, or low in relation to the Frankfort plane?
Summarize the skeletal jaw relationship in the antero-posterior and vertical planes, and degree of lip support.
#### Secondary Profile Points
5. Upper-lower lip junction
6. Prominence of lower lip
7. Base of lower lip
8. Soft tissue chin
#### Reference Planes and Landmarks
- **Frankfort Plane**
- **Porion:** External auditory canal
- **Orbitale:** Lower rim of orbit
- **Nasion**
#### Clinical Assessment
- Determine suggested molar relationship.
- Evaluate mandibular plane angle (steep, moderate, or low) relative to the Frankfort plane.
- Summarize skeletal jaw relationships (AP and vertical) and lip support.
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A schematic diagram illustrating facial profile analysis profile points, specifically labeled 05 through 08. Steps connect points including the 'Upper-lower lip junction', 'Prominence of lower lip', 'Base of lower lip', and 'Soft tissue chin'.
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A snapshot of a worksheet or diagram showing anatomical landmarks for profile analysis, including the Frankfort plane, Pro-Gons, Nasion, and Orbitale, along with a list of profile points.
**Frankfort Plane**
| **Ponion** | **Orbitale** | **Nasion** |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| (External Auditory Canal) | (Lower Rim of Orbit) | |
**Profile Points:**
* Bridge of nose
* Tip of nose
* Base of upper lip
* Prominence of upper lip
* Upper-lower lip junction
* Prominence of lower lip
* Base of lower lip
* Soft tissue chin
What molar relationship is suggested by the profile? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Is the Mandibular plane steep, moderate, or low in relation to the Frankfort plane? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Summarize the skeletal jaw relationship in the antero-posterior and vertical planes, and degree of lip support.
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| **your sample patients (selected** |
| **classmate)** |
#### Frankfort Plane Components
- **Porion:** External auditory canal
- **Orbitale:** Lower rim of orbit
- **Nasion**
#### Profile Points List
- Bridge of nose
- Tip of nose
- Base of upper lip
- Prominence of upper lip
- Upper-lower lip junction
- Prominence of lower lip
- Base of lower lip
- Soft tissue chin
#### Summary Evaluation
- Suggested molar relationship
- Mandibular plane angle assessment
- Summary of skeletal jaw relationship and lip support
*Note: This analysis will be completed for sample patients (selected classmate).*
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A schematic diagram illustrating the Frankfort Plane and anatomical landmarks. It depicts a horizontal line connecting Pionon (External Auditory Canal) and Orbitale (Lower Rim of Orbit) with a vertical dashed line indicating Nasion. It also lists 'Profile Points' for facial analysis.
# Reference
*Prediction of dental and skeletal relationships from facial profiles in preschool children.*
**Henry W. Fields, William F. Vann. Pediatric Dentistry 1979**
This paper reviews the rationale for assessing the facial profile of the patient with a developing dentofacial complex. The purpose of the study was to assess one method of profile analysis utilizing 4-year-old children. Sixteen orthodontists and 16 pedodentists were asked to classify the existing skeletal or dental relationships solely from a soft tissue profile tracing or from a lateral facial photograph. The analysis of the data indicated that for this age group neither the orthodontists nor the pedodentists could predict accurately the existing skeletal or dental pattern solely from the soft tissue profile tracing or the lateral facial photograph. No significant differences were found between the predictions of the orthodontists and the pedodentists. This investigation notes that even with highly similar dental relationships, much variability in skeletal and soft tissue relationships may occur in preschool children.
#### Prediction of Dental and Skeletal Relationships from Facial Profiles in Preschool Children
**Authors:** Henry W. Fields, William F. Vann
**Source:** Pediatric Dentistry 1979
This paper reviews the rationale for assessing the facial profile of the patient with a developing dentofacial complex. The purpose of the study was to assess one method of profile analysis utilizing 4-year-old children.
- **Methodology:**
- Sixteen orthodontists and 16 pedodontists were asked to classify existing skeletal or dental relationships.
- Assessments were based solely on soft tissue profile tracings or lateral facial photographs.
- **Key Findings:**
- For this age group, neither the orthodontists nor the pedodontists could accurately predict the existing skeletal or dental pattern based solely on the soft tissue profile tracing or the lateral facial photograph.
- No significant differences were found between the predictions of the orthodontists and the pedodontists.
- **Conclusion:**
- The investigation notes that even with highly similar dental relationships, significant variability in skeletal and soft tissue relationships may occur in preschool children.
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#### Predicted Occlusion Assessment
Based on the provided facial profile, what type of malocclusion or occlusion do you expect to see?
- Class I occlusion or malocclusion
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A profile photograph of a person's face featuring a black box centered in the upper mid-face area. Red lines and hand-drawn red lines overlay the image to highlight anatomical landmarks, likely demonstrating the assessment of facial skeletal proportions or a cephalometric analysis.
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A close-up color photograph showing a patient's smile with the teeth revealed.
### **What type of malocclusion do you expect to see?**
###<Class II malocclusion>
#### Predicted Occlusion Assessment
What type of malocclusion do you expect to see?
- Class II malocclusion
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Lateral profile photo of a patient illustrating skeletal relationships for Class II malocclusion, marked with red horizontal and vertical lines indicating dental and craniofacial planes.
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Close-up intraoral photo showing the dental arch and occlusion of an adult patient, consistent with the Class II malocclusion diagnosis.
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## Class II malocclusion
**What type of malocclusion do you expect to see?**
Class II malocclusion
#### Predicted Occlusion Assessment
What type of malocclusion do you expect to see?
- Class II malocclusion
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A profile photograph of a patient labeled as showing Class II malocclusion, featuring a red measurement grid with cross-lines and a dashed vertical reference line.
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A close-up image of an open mouth displaying an anterior view of Class II malocclusion, characterized by proclined upper incisors overlapping the lower teeth.
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### Figure Description:
- The image shows a profile view of a person with a blue background.
- Red lines are drawn on the profile:
- A horizontal line extending from the ear area.
- A vertical dashed line intersecting the facial profile near the nose.
- A black square obscures part of the face around the eye area.
**What type of malocclusion do you expect to see?**
**Class III malocclusion**
#### Predicted Occlusion Assessment
What type of malocclusion do you expect to see?
- Class III malocclusion
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A profile view of a female face with blue background. Red measurement lines (horizontal and vertical) are overlaid on the face, intersecting near the nose. A black square covers the eye area.
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A close-up photo of a patient's open mouth showing the upper and lower dental arches. The text 'Class III malocclusion' appears nearby, indicating the specific dental condition.
What type of malocclusion do you expect to see?
Class III malocclusion
#### Predicted Occlusion Assessment
What type of malocclusion do you expect to see?
- Class III malocclusion
# Because this is a Soft Tissue Analysis
# Attempting to Diagnose an Underlying Skeletal Problem, would you expect the Skeletal Measurements from a Radiograph to be **More or Less Significant**?
# Dental and Soft Tissue **Compensations**
#### Diagnostic Considerations
Because this is a Soft Tissue Analysis attempting to diagnose an underlying skeletal problem, would you expect the skeletal measurements from a radiograph to be more or less significant?
#### Clinical Observations
- Dental and Soft Tissue Compensations
# Facial Profile Analysis
For Your patient(s): What's your judgment as to:
1. **Antero-posterior Skeletal Jaw Relationship**
* Class I (Normal)
* Class II
* Class III
2. **Vertical Skeletal Jaw Relationship**
* Normal
* Long Face
* Short Face
3. **Tooth Support for Lip** --> **Lip Prominence**
* Excessive Excessive
* Normal Normal
* Inadequate Inadequate
#### Facial Profile Analysis Criteria
For your patient(s), provide a judgment on the following:
1. **Antero-posterior Skeletal Jaw Relationship**
- Class I (Normal)
- Class II
- Class III
2. **Vertical Skeletal Jaw Relationship**
- Normal
- Long Face
- Short Face
3. **Tooth Support for Lip and Lip Prominence**
- Excessive
- Normal
- Inadequate
Figure: A page with the title "EXERCISE" and a teal-colored text box instructing the viewer on the need for two patients to complete a Facial Form Analysis and Facial Profile Analysis. An illustration of a head outline with an arrow is located to the right.
#### Clinical Exercise Instructions
Two patients are required to complete the following assessments:
- Facial Form Analysis
- Facial Profile Analysis
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A teal-colored text box on a lined background containing instructions for an exercise.
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A simple line drawing of a head in profile with an arrow pointing towards the forehead area.
# **FACIAL FORM ANALYSIS**
**FOR YOUR PATIENT(S): WHAT'S YOUR JUDGMENT AS TO**
1. **FACIAL SYMMETRY?**
* WITHIN NORMAL LIMIT OR ASYMMETRIC
* IF PRESENT, LOCATION OF ASYMMETRY
_______________________________________________________
2. **INCISOR TOOTH DISPLAY?**
* OK, TOO LITTLE, TOO MUCH (EXCESS GINGIVA)
_______________________________________________________
3. **BUCCAL CORRIDOR WIDTH**
* OK, TOO LITTLE, TOO MUCH
_______________________________________________________
4. **SMILE ARC**
* OK, FLAT, EXCESSIVE
_______________________________________________________
**SUMMARIZE THE FACIAL FORM OF YOUR PATIENT**
________________________________________________________
#### Facial Form Analysis Record
For your patient(s), provide a judgment on the following:
1. **Facial Symmetry**
- Within normal limits or asymmetric
- If present, specify location of asymmetry: __________________________
2. **Incisor Tooth Display**
- OK, too little, or too much (excess gingiva)
- Notes: __________________________
3. **Buccal Corridor Width**
- OK, too little, or too much
- Notes: __________________________
4. **Smile Arc**
- OK, flat, or excessive
- Notes: __________________________
**Summary**
Summarize the facial form of your patient: __________________________
| | ----------------------- |
| :**Profile Points:** |
| Bridge of nose |
| Tip of nose |
| Base of upper lip |
| Prominence of upper lip |
| Upper-lower lip junction |
| Prominence of lower lip |
| Base of lower lip |
| Soft tissue chin |
| |
| What molar relationship is suggested by the profile? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| |
| Is the Mandibular plane steep, moderate, or low in relation to the Frankfort plane? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| |
| Summarize the skeletal jaw relationship in the antero-posterior and vertical planes, and degree of lip support. |
<img src="image1.jpg" alt="Diagram of Frankfort Plane and Profile Points">
#### Profile Points and Skeletal Relationship
**Profile Points for Assessment:**
- Bridge of nose
- Tip of nose
- Base of upper lip
- Prominence of upper lip
- Upper-lower lip junction
- Prominence of lower lip
- Base of lower lip
- Soft tissue chin
**Clinical Findings:**
- What molar relationship is suggested by the profile? __________________________
- Is the Mandibular plane steep, moderate, or low in relation to the Frankfort plane? __________________________
**Summary of Findings:**
Summarize the skeletal jaw relationship in the antero-posterior and vertical planes, and the degree of lip support.
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A diagram illustrating the Frankfort Plane and profile points. The horizontal line connects Porion (External Auditory Canal) and Orbitale (Lower Rim of Orbit), while a vertical line marks the Nasion, intersecting the plane. This visual serves as a reference for the profile analysis questions listed below it.
# FACIAL PROFILE ANALYSIS
FOR YOUR PATIENT(S): WHAT'S YOUR JUDGMENT AS TO:
### 1. ANTERO-POSTERIOR SKELETAL JAW RELATIONSHIP
* CLASS I (NORMAL)
* CLASS II
* CLASS III
### 2. VERTICAL SKELETAL JAW RELATIONSHIP
* NORMAL
* LONG FACE
* SHORT FACE
### 3. TOOTH SUPPORT FOR LIP --> LIP PROMINENCE
| Tooth Support | Lip Prominence |
| :--- | :--- |
| **EXCESSIVE** | **EXCESSIVE** |
| **NORMAL** | **NORMAL** |
| **INADEQUATE** | **INADEQUATE** |
#### Facial Profile Analysis Record
For your patient(s), provide a judgment on the following:
1. **Antero-posterior Skeletal Jaw Relationship**
- Class I (Normal)
- Class II
- Class III
2. **Vertical Skeletal Jaw Relationship**
- Normal
- Long Face
- Short Face
3. **Tooth Support and Lip Prominence**
- Excessive
- Normal
- Inadequate
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Type(Writer) Word File or PDF or on A4 paper with attached <br/> de-identified Patient(s) photographs
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USE University of Western AustrAlia's<br/> Learning Management System BlacKBoard<br/> Turnitin to forward the assignment
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DENT5310
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Name: Facial Form Analysis And Profile Analysis Practical Exercise
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#### Assignment Submission Guidelines
**Format Requirements:**
- Submit as a Word file or PDF.
- Alternatively, use A4 paper with attached de-identified patient photographs.
**Submission Method:**
- Use the University of Western Australia's Learning Management System (Blackboard) via Turnitin to forward the assignment.
**Course Details:**
- **Unit Code:** DENT5310
- **Assignment Name:** Facial Form Analysis and Profile Analysis Practical Exercise
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