Tweed triangle


Tweed tri·an·gle

(twēd), a triangle defined by facial and dental landmarks on a lateral cephalometric film, using the Frankfort horizontal plane as a base and intended for use as a guide in the evaluation and planning of orthodontic treatment.

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Charles H., U.S. orthodontist, 1895-1970. Tweed edgewise treatmentTweed triangle - defined by facial and dental landmarks.

Tweed tri·an·gle

(twēd trīang-gĕl) Area defined by facial and dental landmarks on a lateral cephalometric film, using the Frankfurt horizontal plane as a base and intended for use as a guide in the evaluation and planning of orthodontic treatment.