Comparative evaluation of transverse width indices for diagnosing maxillary transverse deficiency

• Main Authors: Guanchen Ye (Author), Qi Li (Author), Zhuoqi Guo (Author), Xiaowen Yu (Author), Yuchen Xu (Author), Wanghui Ding (Author), Huiming Wang (Author), Mengfei Yu (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Objectives This study aimed to compare and evaluate different transverse width indices for diagnosing maxillary transverse deficiency (MTD), a common malocclusion characterized by uncoordinated dental arches, crossbites, and tooth crowding. Materials and methods Sixty patients aged 7-12 yea...