The Role of Orthodontic, Orthopedic, and Orthognathic Interventions on Airway and Respiratory Functions
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Bilgili,
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2024.
Academic Research and Evaluations in Health Sciences II.
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Orthodontics is the discipline dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and preventing anomalies in the maxillofacial region. These anomalies may range from dental, dentoalveolar, to skeletal in severity and arise from genetic, congenital, or environmental factors. While orthodontics primarily addresses such issues, its interactions with the highly integrated systems of the region often lead to effects on other bodily functions.
The maxilla forms the floor of the nasal passage, while the posterior regions of the maxilla and mandible constitute the entry points of the respiratory and digestive systems. Moreover, critical neural and vascular networks that influence craniofacial structures traverse these areas. Consequently, orthodontic, orthopedic, and orthognathic treatments targeting the maxilla and mandible can significantly affect various physiological systems.
This chapter explores the impact of orthodontic, orthopedic, and orthognathic interventions on respiratory function.
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