Surgically assisted maxillary expansion

Orthodontic expansion of the maxilla can be facilitated by bone cuts through the zygomatic-alveolar process and in the palate lateral of the nasal septum. Stability of the surgical-orthodontic treatment outcome depends on the equilibrium of forces of the tongue and cheeks (functional envelope). Long...

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Published inNederlands tijdschrift voor tandheelkunde Vol. 107; no. 5; p. 213
Main Authors Booy, A, Dorenbos, J, Tuinzing, D B
Format Journal Article
LanguageDutch
Published Netherlands 01.05.2000
Subjects
Adult
Humans
Male
Malocclusion - etiology
Malocclusion - surgery
Maxilla - surgery
Noma - complications
Oral Surgical Procedures - methods
Orthodontic Retainers
Osteogenesis, Distraction - methods
Palate - surgery
Treatment Outcome
Zygoma - surgery
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Summary:Orthodontic expansion of the maxilla can be facilitated by bone cuts through the zygomatic-alveolar process and in the palate lateral of the nasal septum. Stability of the surgical-orthodontic treatment outcome depends on the equilibrium of forces of the tongue and cheeks (functional envelope). Long term, even lifetime, retention is advised.
ISSN:0028-2200