Maturation of the middle phalanx of the third finger and cervical vertebrae: a comparative and diagnostic agreement study

ConclusionsThe two maturational methods show an overall satisfactorily diagnostic agreement. However, at post‐pubertal stages, the middle phalanx of the third finger appears to mature earlier than the cervical vertebrae. Post‐pubertal growth phase should thus be based on the presence of stage 6 in MPM.

Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - August 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: G. Perinetti, L. Perillo, L. Franchi, R. Di Lenarda, L. Contardo Tags: Original Article Source Type: research