Rest position of the mandible and integumental change in a control group of Class I occlusions is compared and contrasted with a study group of Class II malocclusion and a study group of Class III malocclusion. Change from centric occlusion to rest position of the mandible was suggestive of simulated correction of the malocclusion and improved facial esthetics.

Rest position, Malocclusion, Mandibular displacement, Facial esthetics
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Author notes

Dr. Sperry is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Orbhodontics at the Unioersity of Illinois at Chicago. He main-fains R prioabe practice in Aurora, Illinois

Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists
1989