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			==Orthodontic headgear==
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			File:Orthodontic_headgear.jpg\|Orthodontic headgear
			File:Full_orthodontic_headgear_with_headcap_and_fitting_straps.jpg\|Full orthodontic headgear with headcap and fitting straps
			File:Headgear_-_Reverse_Pull2.jpg\|Reverse pull headgear
			File:ORTHODONTIC_FACE_MASK_REVERSE-PULL_HEADGEAR_TÜBINGER_MODEL.jpg\|Orthodontic face mask reverse-pull headgear (Tübinger model)
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'''Orthodontic headgear''' is a type of [[orthodontic appliance]] used in [[orthodontics]], the branch of [[dentistry]] that corrects teeth and jaw irregularities. The purpose of orthodontic headgear is to correct the alignment of the teeth and jaw by applying force to the patient's teeth and jaw over time.

== History ==
The use of orthodontic headgear dates back to the early 20th century. The first types of headgear were developed by [[Norman William Kingsley]] and [[Calvin Suverill Case]], two pioneers in the field of orthodontics.

== Types ==
There are several types of orthodontic headgear, each designed to correct different types of dental problems. The most common types include the [[cervical pull]], [[high pull]], and [[reverse pull]] headgear.

=== Cervical Pull ===
The cervical pull headgear is used to correct overbites by pulling the upper jaw back.

=== High Pull ===
The high pull headgear is used to correct overbites and also helps to control vertical growth in patients with long faces.

=== Reverse Pull ===
The reverse pull headgear, also known as a facemask, is used to correct underbites by pulling the upper jaw forward.

== Usage ==
Orthodontic headgear is typically worn for 12 to 22 hours a day and must be worn consistently to achieve the desired results. The length of time a patient needs to wear headgear varies, but it is usually between 1 to 2 years.

== Risks and Complications ==
While orthodontic headgear is generally safe, there are some risks and complications associated with its use. These can include discomfort, [[tooth decay]], and [[root resorption]]. It is important for patients to maintain good oral hygiene and to follow their orthodontist's instructions to minimize these risks.

== See Also ==
* [[Orthodontics]]
* [[Dentistry]]
* [[Orthodontic appliance]]
* [[Norman William Kingsley]]
* [[Calvin Suverill Case]]

[[Category:Orthodontics]]
[[Category:Dentistry]]
[[Category:Medical equipment]]

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