Question 37 · LDEK · Class II malocclusions

Indicate the true statements concerning distocclusions:

1) common characteristic is a posterior relation of the lower dental arch towards the upper dental arch;
2) common characteristic is increased overbite;
3) patient’s profile is not always changed;
4) they are assessed in relation to the sagittal plane;
5) they are the most common malocclusions, as they constitute about 45% of all malocclusions.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,3,5.
  2. B. 1,3,4,5.
  3. C. 1,2,3.
  4. D. 1,5.
  5. E. all the above.
Hint

Recall which reference plane is used for sagittal anomalies in the Polish classification, and whether deep bite always accompanies Class II.

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