The relationship between upper airways and craniofacial morphology studied in 3D. A CBCT study

ConclusionDifferences in craniofacial morphology as identified by the sagittal jaw relationship were not correlated with variation in upper airway volumes. A clinical significant relation was detected between minimal area and total upper airway volume.

Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - August 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: G. Di Carlo, A. Polimeni, B. Melsen, P. M. Cattaneo Tags: Original Article Source Type: research