Question 189 · LDEK · Class III malocclusions

Which of the following are features of skeletal class III malocclusion?

1) class I molar relationships;
2) proclination of upper incisors;
3) retroclination of lower incisors;
4) increased overbite;
5) deep labiomental sulcus.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,2,3.
  2. B. 2,3,4.
  3. C. 2,3.
  4. D. 1,5.
  5. E. 3,5.
Hint

In skeletal Class III the incisors compensate for the jaw discrepancy; think about which way each set of incisors tips.

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